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What Does Bad Fuel Actually Cost a Fleet Per Year?
Your maintenance shop is changing fuel filters on the same trucks every few weeks. A driver calls in with a derate 300 miles from the terminal. The...
Fleet
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Carbon Buildup in Diesel Engines: What Causes It and How to Stop It
Your diesel runs rougher than it used to. Maybe you're seeing black smoke at startup, or the fuel economy has quietly slipped over the past several...
3 min read
Everybody's Doing More With Less - Even Your Local Government
These days, it seems like everyone is being asked to do more with less.
2 min read
Big Rig Diesel Performance
When fuel prices fluctuate and economic uncertainty puts pressure on operating margins, it becomes even more important to get the most out of every...
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Water in Diesel Fuel: 7 Must-Knows For Getting Rid of It
Anyone who works with diesel fuel—stored or otherwise—knows that water comes with the territory. Water can enter fuel systems during refining,...
5 min read
Even Santa Manages His Fuel
There's a lot we don't know about Santa's operation. How does he fit down chimneys? What's the deal with the elves' union contract? But one thing we...
3 min read
Budget Busters For Municipalities - Cold Flow Problems
As winter approaches, we’re reminded how challenging cold weather can be for local and private organizations that rely on stored fuel—city and county...
5 min read
Why Does Diesel Fuel Gel in Winter and How Can You Prevent It?
When temperatures plummet, your diesel fuel faces a silent threat that can stop your engine cold. Whether you're managing a fleet of trucks,...
5 min read
Why Is Preventive Fuel Maintenance Critical for Your Stored Fuel Today?
The concept of preventive maintenance isn't new—we see it everywhere in our daily lives. You change your car's oil before it breaks down. You...
2 min read
When Black Sludge Appears: Why Your Fuel Storage Strategy Needs an Overhaul
Fleet managers and fuel service professionals know the sinking feeling when they spot it—that telltale black sludge coating tank walls or clogging...