The second car that I ever owned was a 2002 Chevy Silverado 2500 with a 6.6L Duramax diesel engine under the hood. It wasn't my first choice, but it was a hand-me-down from my father after my 1993 ...

Engine oil is crucial to keep your car running smoothly, and while your engine isn't supposed to consume oil like it uses up fuel, you still tend to lose some of it as you use your vehicle daily. So, ...

At a time when vehicle diagnostics can demand a computer science degree, being able to get some insight into your engine health with nothing but a rag and a bit of know-how can be downright refreshing ...

Motor oil is an essential element of the engine. It plays a major part in lubricating the moving parts and helps reduce deposit build-up, prolonging the service life along the way. If you don't change ...

Diesel and gasoline engines might look alike under the hood, but they use oil in very different ways. Gas engines run cleaner, but diesels create much more soot, crank out higher compression forces, ...

Diesel engines have been around for more than half a century. Chances are that if you are around fleets or equipment, you have encountered a diesel engine. They have been described as the workhorses ...

The Ford 6.0 Power Stroke diesel succeeded the 7.3-liter oil-burning V-8 and was the Blue Oval's answer to stricter emissions regulations. It was also a strategic move in the evolving power battle ...

Mazda (and other car-makers) have been having lots of problems with the oil level rising in the engines of some of their diesel models. The problem is caused by the Diesel Particulate Filter ...