The truck driver is a mythical figure in our country's folklore. Countless songs have been written about these tireless men and women: Jerry Reed's "Eastbound and Down," and Buck Owens' "Truck Drivin' Man" are two timeless classics.
You want to drive your preferred vehicle, but sometimes that price of gas can preclude you from doing this. Here are a few tips you can consider to help improve your gas mileage and reduce your expenses. Slow down
The first step to understanding how to keep your DPF clean is to know how it works. First, it filters out particles in the exhaust to make the vehicle more environmentally friendly. Next, it signals to the car or truck when the filter starts to become full of particles.
This triggers a process called regeneration. In regeneration, the DPF heats up to temperatures as hot as 1200-1500 degrees Fahrenheit to incinerate the particles that are blocking the DPF. After being incinerated, the particles are released in the form of a harmless gas and the filter is, once again, clean.
Electric Fans Many have determined that running electric fans while driving your diesel in the city and on the freeway can contribute up to an additional two miles per gallon. Definitely enough to give it a try.
The Truth: New technology, such as a diesel retrofit, can make it so that your engine uses less fuel while idling. Basically, with newer technology, idle reduction technology pays for itself, especially in regards to long-haul fleets.
Myth: Diesel fuel is hard to find
If you see this warning, you can usually resolve the problem by driving 50 mph or more for at least 45 minutes. By working the engine harder, you will be able to generate the power and heat necessary for regeneration to occur.
Gearing
One thing that can have a major impact on miles per gallon is gearing. You can consider adding a gear vendors overdrive on your truck can add as much as four or five miles per gallon. EGT Gauge
Myth: Diesel cars aren't as powerful
So don't ignore warnings. If your DPF gets close to being full, push the engine so it gets enough power for regeneration. If it gets completely full, take it to a shop. Taking care of your DPF will protect the environment and keep your vehicle running at peak performance.
You want to drive your preferred vehicle, but sometimes that price of gas can preclude you from doing this. Here are a few tips you can consider to help improve your gas mileage and reduce your expenses. Slow down
The first step to understanding how to keep your DPF clean is to know how it works. First, it filters out particles in the exhaust to make the vehicle more environmentally friendly. Next, it signals to the car or truck when the filter starts to become full of particles.
This triggers a process called regeneration. In regeneration, the DPF heats up to temperatures as hot as 1200-1500 degrees Fahrenheit to incinerate the particles that are blocking the DPF. After being incinerated, the particles are released in the form of a harmless gas and the filter is, once again, clean.
Electric Fans Many have determined that running electric fans while driving your diesel in the city and on the freeway can contribute up to an additional two miles per gallon. Definitely enough to give it a try.
The Truth: New technology, such as a diesel retrofit, can make it so that your engine uses less fuel while idling. Basically, with newer technology, idle reduction technology pays for itself, especially in regards to long-haul fleets.
Myth: Diesel fuel is hard to find
If you see this warning, you can usually resolve the problem by driving 50 mph or more for at least 45 minutes. By working the engine harder, you will be able to generate the power and heat necessary for regeneration to occur.
Gearing
One thing that can have a major impact on miles per gallon is gearing. You can consider adding a gear vendors overdrive on your truck can add as much as four or five miles per gallon. EGT Gauge
Myth: Diesel cars aren't as powerful
So don't ignore warnings. If your DPF gets close to being full, push the engine so it gets enough power for regeneration. If it gets completely full, take it to a shop. Taking care of your DPF will protect the environment and keep your vehicle running at peak performance.
About the Author:
When the California Air Resource Board's diesel emissions regulations first came out, Michael Schwartz, now President of FleetServ, started getting calls from panicked Fleet Managers searching for straight-forward information and compliance assistance. While FleetServ (formerly known as ACT Compliance) was originally formed to meet this need, over time it has evolved into much more.
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