Military vehicles such as Humvees are often seen wading through water without much trouble, which gives diesel engines a reputation for being nearly indestructible. While they are tough and generally ...

The venerable Ford Power Stroke diesel engine family features some of the most technologically advanced and powerful turbodiesel engines of all time. Found primarily under the hoods of Ford's ...

Let's discuss something that is well known by diesel mechanics and hard-core enthusiasts but may not be fully understood by new diesel owners or people who may have heard the term "compression ...

Diesel engines are torquey and efficient powerhouses capable of outlasting a comparable gas engine. But despite their robust build quality and beefier internals, there are things to avoid if you have ...

The death knell has been ringing for diesel engines over the last decade, primarily because of their environmental impact. But some still swear by diesels for their abundant torque, efficiency, and ...

For decades, European automakers have championed diesel engines more than anyone else. After all, the technology was invented there – by German engineer Rudolf Diesel in 1897 – and the continent’s ...

You own a diesel-powered vehicle and are thinking of giving it a tuneup. But does your diesel even have spark plugs to change? The short answer is no, diesel engines do not have spark plugs. Instead, ...

Diesel engines have been around for more than half a century. Chances are that if you are around fleets or equipment, you have encountered a diesel engine. They have been described as the workhorses ...

Diesel engines typically have beefier, more robust cooling components to keep the motor cool in varying conditions. Modern diesels operate at a higher compression ratio, which makes their combustion ...