Off-road diesel, also known as red-dyed diesel or untaxed diesel, is cheaper than regular diesel. But you can’t use it in a road-going truck or car — it’s illegal. Off-road diesel is meant for non-highway use in vehicles like tractors, construction equipment, and generators. Using off-road diesel for trucks or cars and driving them on …
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What You Need To Know About Diesel and the Recession
With a recent surge in prices in the fuel industry, many people are paying close attention to diesel fuel prices to see what happens. While it’s difficult to predict, there are several factors that indicate getting diesel may be harder and more expensive in the near future. Keep reading to learn what you need to …
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Benefits of Diesel for Off-Roading
Off-roading has been gaining a lot of popularity lately. People are increasingly considering off-roading, which is driving on unpaved surfaces such as mud, gravel, rocks, sand, riverbeds, snow, and other natural terrains, for leisure or competitions. With this increased interest, the debate around if diesel is good for off-roading has become more prominent. Off-road diesel …
What Is The Difference Between Clear And Dyed Diesel?
Choosing the right diesel for your vehicle can be confusing. Diesel can have different cetane ratings but also different colors. The United States government requires diesel to be sold in one of three ways: clear, red-, or blue-dyed. Before purchasing, it’s important to understand the differences to ensure you are making the right choice for …
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What Is The Difference Between #1 and #2 Diesel?
It can be tempting to reach for cheaper fuel when filling up at the gas station, but using the wrong fuel could cause long-term damage. Similar to gasoline, there are two different types of diesel fuel that vehicles can take, #1 diesel or #2 diesel. Some factors to consider when choosing diesel are how long …
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Why Is Diesel More Expensive?
Diesel fuel, often used in commercial vehicles, was not always costlier than the unleaded fuel used in passenger vehicles. Gasoline is a more refined petroleum product than diesel; thus, the production cost of diesel reflects a reduced level of refinement. But why is diesel more expensive? Explore the factors that influence the cost of diesel.
What Is Diesel Exhaust Fluid?
Diesel has had a difficult few years, but an extremely popular technology is striving to give this fuel a makeover and keep diesel vehicles viable. The application of selective catalytic reduction (SCR) resulted in a technological milestone. Many of these systems employ diesel exhaust fluid or DEF. So, what exactly is this DEF? Let’s find …
Factors That Affect Off-Road Diesel Prices
Lately, diesel prices have given us sleepless nights, and filling up the fuel tank for your vehicle has become one of the costliest affairs. However, off-road diesel fuel intended for non-highway usage is still cheaper than its on-road cousin. The difference is only in color; the off-road diesel is red and can fuel your construction …
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Tips for Starting a Light-Duty Auto Shop
Running a successful automotive repair shop takes dedication and knowledge of the industry. If you want to improve your light-duty auto shop or start a new one, we at Reeder Distributors are here to help. Whether you need to stock your shelves or find loyal customers, we have a few tips to get you started.
What Are the Different Types of Diesel Fuel?
Countless industries and consumers depend on vehicles and equipment that run on diesel. In the fuel and energy sector, we benefit from understanding the different types of diesel fuel we might need to distribute, sell, or use ourselves. Here’s a brief overview to help you better understand the various types of diesel fuels and their …
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