Compression in a diesel engine is essential for effective and efficient performance. And when compression is lacking, damage can result. That’s why it’s imperative to know whether your engine’s ...

Apart from the very curious, not many people ask why diesel engines, compared to gasoline, run higher compression ratios. The argument is reasonably straightforward and starts with fuel ...

A.Here's a pressure-volume diagram for a combustion engine. Although rough, it is an approximation of the so-called air-standard cycle. '' Point (a) is at atmospheric pressure, after which the air is ...

The LML was the 6.6-liter V8 engine behind many Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks between 2011 and 2016, but what ...

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The history and evolution of Ford's iconic Power Stroke diesel V8 engine, from its roots in the 80s to its status as the most ...

When winter temperatures plunge, many diesel truck owners make starting their vehicles easier with a block heater. But when, exactly, should you use it?

Diesel engines are notoriously robust, but if the fuel they run on gets contaminated, the engine can suddenly become much ...