There are dozens of fuel additives on the market designed to prevent or reduce gelling of diesel fuel in cold weather. Winter grade #2 fuel begins to gel at 10- to 20° F, depending on its refiner.

Winter’s approach brings truck fueling systems into a different focus. Although fuel filters and water separators get routine checks year round, as ambient temperatures begin to drop, the actual fuel ...

Although fuel filters and water separators get routine checks year-round, as ambient temperatures begin to drop, the actual fuel in the tank requires more attention. Adequate preparation isn’t always ...

Diesel fuel goes bad with time, but additives can make it last longer and improve performance. Photo credit: David Traver Adolphus / AutoGuide.com. If your diesel car, truck, or even farm equipment ...

If it seems it’s easier to “gel” modern diesel engines, it’s true. The design of Tier III and newer diesel engines, combined with the use of Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD,) increase the chances of ...

A fuel filter containing thickened "No. 1" diesel heating fuel purchased from Vitus Energy is seen outside of a home in Bethel on Dec. 26, 2023. (Courtesy Jim Chaliak) After reports of widespread ...

Fuel additives may solve the problems of new ultra-low-sulfur fuel. Diesel fuel bought at a quality outlet meets stringent requirements. Yet truckers worry about whether or not the fuel they are ...

If you are not already using a fuel additive regularly, it is time to seriously think about it. Diesel fuel has gone through new formulations with the implementation of ultra-low-sulfur diesel (ULSD).