A fundamental difference between gasoline and diesel engines is that a gasoline engine uses spark ignition while a diesel engine uses compression ignition. Before we delve deeper, let's understand how ...

Modern internal combustion engines — including those that run on diesel fuel — require a lot of special parts and systems to prevent dumping excess emissions into the atmosphere. Not only are those ...

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, ...

Dim’s fascination with cars began when he was just six. Born into a family of car enthusiasts and racing drivers, he started learning basic mechanics and driving from an early age. While he loves ...

When pulling up to the pump, most of us know automatically whether to select gas or diesel. After all, it's a decision that's made for you by your vehicle. But have you ever wondered what makes the ...

Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) is a promising alternative fuel for application in diesel engines operating on dual-fuel mode. However, its application for a commercial heavy-duty engine has been limited ...

Toyota makes some of the most durable trucks in the world—they’re so long-lasting, in fact, that they often go a full decade without major updates. That might change soon if an engine described in a ...

Audi has introduced a groundbreaking new 3.0-liter V6 diesel engine, promising to eliminate turbo lag and offer a smoother driving experience.