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History of the Diesel Engine

German engineer Rudolf Diesel invented the diesel engine in 1893. It was used extensively on ships for many years before it was adapted for use on land for trucks, trains, and other vehicles. It differs from a petrol engine because it does not have an intake valve or spark plugs. […]

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Diesel News

The Government announced in 2020 that the sale of brand new petrol and diesel vehicles would be banned by 2030.  Car manufacturers are unhappy with this and are arguing that they do not want this ban to come into place until 2035. This will allow them more time to research […]

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Cost Analysis of Petrol vs. Diesel Vehicles

One important question in a car buyer’s mind is bound to be, “Do I get a petrol or a diesel vehicle?”. Many will wonder which will save them the most, long-term, but this answer also depends on the driver and how they plan to use the vehicle. When purchasing a […]

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Driving your car to save fuel

With the cost of fuel rising again over the last 6 months or so, many of us are looking at how we can cut down on petrol or diesel costs by driving our car more economically. Most people are aware that you use less fuel when driving a car in […]

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Being prepared for a breakdown

When it comes to driving, there is little that is more frustrating than breaking down at the side of the road, especially if it is a particularly busy road or a road in the middle of nowhere. So many accidents are caused when cars break down that it is essential […]