Diesel particulate traps, when heavily loaded with soot to assure complete incineration, are susceptible to thermal stress failure when regenerated under conditions of high exhaust temperature ...

An earlier study (SAE Paper 920364) documented the ability of a Copper-based fuel additive to initiate regeneration of a particulate trap without external heat sources. Work performed with ...

Diesel particulate filters are a double-edged sword. They allow manufacturers to meet strict modern emissions requirements and build trucks with world-record torque output, but that comes at the price ...

For today’s trucker, every mile counts. Whether you're hauling coast-to-coast or doing short regional runs, protecting your engine and maximizing fuel efficiency is crucial. Diesel fuel for your ...

Winter is the time of year that really puts diesel trucks and tractors to the test. Sure, a boosted engine loves cold air, but you know what doesn’t? The fuel that makes these workhorses run. That’s ...

There’s no such thing as a good time for downtime, especially when it’s unexpected. And one issue many fleet drivers don’t plan for is forced regens. If you haven’t experienced this issue yet, ...

If you thought diesel fuel additives were merely store-bought products at your favorite auto store, you'd better think again. Fuel suppliers, refineries, and manufacturers are the biggest market for ...

Before we get into this discussion about the best diesel fuel additives, it's important to understand exactly what diesel additives are. During the refining process, diesel fuel receives a rating ...

For many years now, diesel engine manufacturers have continued to allude to equipment buyers about avoiding the use of diesel fuel additives. This position is expected, given the fact that engine ...

Diesel engines could last longer than their gasoline-fueled counterparts thanks to their low-revving, torque-rich operation and sturdier construction. A typical diesel engine could hit upwards of ...

Most fleets would confess to using diesel fuel additives from time to time, most likely in the winter to prevent gelling. But there are fleets, lots of them it seems, that regularly treat their fuel ...