The truck driver is a mythical figure in our country's folklore. Countless songs have been written about these tireless men and women: Jerry Reed's "Eastbound and Down," and Buck Owens' "Truck Drivin' Man" are two timeless classics.
Sometimes truckers are painted as heroic figures, like in Red Sovine's song, "Big Joe and Phantom 309," about a truck driver who swerves to miss a school bus full of children, losing his life and becoming a ghost who picks up hitch hikers. Much like the people who drive them, diesel engines carry their own myths. Here are 5 common myths surrounding diesel engines, and the surprising truth that will have you rethinking the way you view big rigs.
It has been proven that driving faster requires more horsepower, and thus and increased need for fuel. Driving slower can, in fact, improve how many miles you get per gallon. Try sticking to the speed limit and you will notice a difference in economy. Consider a lighter vehicle
This triggers a process called regeneration. In regeneration, the DPF heats up to temperatures as hot as 1200-1500 degrees Fahrenheit to incinerate the particles that are blocking the DPF. After being incinerated, the particles are released in the form of a harmless gas and the filter is, once again, clean.
Myth: Idle reduction technologies don't save you money in the long run
Increasing timing and rail pressure
Myth: Diesel fuel is hard to find
The Truth: It's not just trucks and ships that use diesel fuel these days. More and more cars are fitted with diesel engines, and just about every neighborhood gas station has a diesel pump.
Gearing
If you ignore the 80% warning and keep driving at low speeds or idling your vehicle, your DPF will eventually become completely blocked. This situation requires professional attention. If you ignore the problem, you can cause permanent damage to your DPF and experience reduced performance of your car or truck. Some DIYers will try removing their own DPF and clean it with a pressure washer or air compressor.
Myth: Diesel cars aren't as powerful
You should watch your acceleration carefully. Avoiding accelerating too quickly, and accelerating then stopping can really help to increase the miles per gallon you so desperately need. FleetServ provides a wide range of diesel emissions solutions including diesel particulate filters, helping to service your fleet of diesel vehicles. For all of your diesel particulate filter needs, call FleetServ today. We can take care of yoru diesel fleet needs for you.
Sometimes truckers are painted as heroic figures, like in Red Sovine's song, "Big Joe and Phantom 309," about a truck driver who swerves to miss a school bus full of children, losing his life and becoming a ghost who picks up hitch hikers. Much like the people who drive them, diesel engines carry their own myths. Here are 5 common myths surrounding diesel engines, and the surprising truth that will have you rethinking the way you view big rigs.
It has been proven that driving faster requires more horsepower, and thus and increased need for fuel. Driving slower can, in fact, improve how many miles you get per gallon. Try sticking to the speed limit and you will notice a difference in economy. Consider a lighter vehicle
This triggers a process called regeneration. In regeneration, the DPF heats up to temperatures as hot as 1200-1500 degrees Fahrenheit to incinerate the particles that are blocking the DPF. After being incinerated, the particles are released in the form of a harmless gas and the filter is, once again, clean.
Myth: Idle reduction technologies don't save you money in the long run
Increasing timing and rail pressure
Myth: Diesel fuel is hard to find
The Truth: It's not just trucks and ships that use diesel fuel these days. More and more cars are fitted with diesel engines, and just about every neighborhood gas station has a diesel pump.
Gearing
If you ignore the 80% warning and keep driving at low speeds or idling your vehicle, your DPF will eventually become completely blocked. This situation requires professional attention. If you ignore the problem, you can cause permanent damage to your DPF and experience reduced performance of your car or truck. Some DIYers will try removing their own DPF and clean it with a pressure washer or air compressor.
Myth: Diesel cars aren't as powerful
You should watch your acceleration carefully. Avoiding accelerating too quickly, and accelerating then stopping can really help to increase the miles per gallon you so desperately need. FleetServ provides a wide range of diesel emissions solutions including diesel particulate filters, helping to service your fleet of diesel vehicles. For all of your diesel particulate filter needs, call FleetServ today. We can take care of yoru diesel fleet needs for you.
About the Author:
When the California Air Resource Board's diesel emissions regulations first came out, Michael Schwartz, now President of FleetServ, started getting calls from panicked Fleet Managers looking for straight-forward information and compliance assistance. While FleetServ (formerly known as ACT Compliance) was first formed to meet this need, over time it has evolved into much more.
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