This engine has been a staple in GM's heavy-duty models for over two decades, defying industry trends with its unwavering ...

Few engines have enjoyed as long a reign as this popular diesel.

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 ...

Any certified gearhead knows that diesel engines do not use spark plugs. But why not? If power in an engine is created by combustion or explosion of flammable liquids, won't a spark plug in a diesel ...

As a diesel owner, I know the hectic heartbreak of trying to keep such an unpopular drivetrain up and running in the U.S. Most people think of big semi trucks when they think of diesel, or they think ...

Typically, when people think of diesel engines, they think about torque. Compared to their regular gas-powered counterparts, diesel engines tend to have lower horsepower and higher torque figures.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When winter hits, it brings more than just chilly temperatures — it also brings a bunch of new challenges. Icy roads can decrease your grip ...