Author Archives: Alison Heath

Gone are the days when diesel engines were exclusively for trucks and farm equipment. Car manufacturers are stepping up their efforts to create diesel powered cars more than they were in the past. But why would a renowned manufacturer like BMW introduce a diesel car when their engines are slow, clumsy and extremely noisy, not to mention smelly? Continue reading →

If you own a diesel powered vehicle, you probably appreciate the inherent qualities of this type of engine. You experience less hassle trying to maintain such a vehicle, you get better fuel economy and improved torque, among the many properties such a vehicle possesses. Still, some motorists complain about the engine’s weak power, particularly when accelerating from a full stop. What you may not know is that a diesel engine can be tweaked to produce more power without harming fuel economy. This short article deals with diesel engines and how you can get more power from these seemingly weak pieces of machinery. Continue reading →