OTC Releases New Crankshaft And Cam Tools For Detroit Diesel Engines
The new crankshaft and cam tools are now available throughout North America.
DSS ProDiesel Announces Acquisition Of Diesel Parts Of America
The combined company will offer faster delivery across North America, broaden international support and products and accelerate overseas market development.
FleetPride Acquires Goose’s Diesel Truck Parts & Service In New York
Founded by Michael “Goose” Bucey in 1992, the company recently relocated to a larger facility and offers fleet maintenance, repair and parts for all makes and models of heavy-duty trucks and trailers. Bucey will remain on board to continue managing day-to-day operations.
JASPER Offers Over-The-Counter Automotive Turbochargers For Gas/Diesel Engines
“JASPER has always tried to be forward-thinking in the automotive marketplace. The launch of these turbochargers is an extension of product that JASPER recognizes as the wave of the future,” said Chris Himsel, JASPER Fuel and Air Division manager.
Lavon Miller’s Firepunk Diesel Truck Gets A New Owner In Josh Scruggs; Hot Shot’s Secret To Continue Sponsorship
Scruggs, of Triple Hart Repair and Fab located in Harrisonburg, Virginia, started racing in Honda classes and has since moved into diesel converting a ’96 Dodge into a pulling truck then trading for a 1986 drag truck with a 6.7L, 400% injectors, S480 turbo and raced 5.90 index to win the 2018 Rudy’s Fall Truck Jam.
Hot Shot’s Secret Expands Race Sponsorship, Adds Full Firepunk Diesel Drag Racing Team To Growing Roster
Prior to August, Hot Shot’s Secret sponsored Lavon Miller of Firepunk Diesel, widely known for his three consecutive wins in the Ultimate Callout Challenge.
Diesel Technology Forum: U.S. Consumers Continue To Choose Diesel In The Most Popular Vehicle Segments
Automakers continue to add new diesel options, signaling confidence, according to the Diesel Technology Forum. Diesel holds 3 percent of the total U.S. automotive market, 13 percent of the truck segment and 5 percent of the van segment, a 44 percent increase over 2016.
MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. And MAHLE Motorsports Power Greenspeed Research For World Landspeed Record For Diesel Trucks
Greenspeed Research broke the record for diesel trucks by reaching a speed of 219.411 mph at the 69th annual Southern California Timing Association Speed Week in Utah.
Volkswagen To Spend Up To $14.7B To Settle Allegations Of Cheating Emissions Tests And Deceiving Customers On 2-Liter Diesel Vehicles
The settlements require VW to spend up to $10 billion to buy back, terminate leases or modify affected 2-liter vehicles and compensate consumers, and spend $4.7 billion to mitigate pollution and make investments that support zero-emission vehicle technology.
Future For Diesel Passenger Vehicles In US Remains Positive Despite Recent Setbacks
While diesel passenger vehicle sales have decreased in recent months, there are some positive signs that indicate diesel sales will recover and expand in the coming years, according to Allen Schaeffer, the executive director of the Diesel Technology Forum.