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When weighing up an expensive new purchase, it's important to consider every facet of the issue. With vehicles, for instance, it's not just about the heavy initial outlay, but running and maintenance costs too. For instance, a model with a heftier sticker price may cost you less overtime if it's cheaper to refuel. Unfortunately for diesel drivers, this doesn't tend to be the case.

Here's Why Diesel Fuel Is Usually More Expensive Than Gas

The scrappy Diesel Technology Forum quietly rebranded itself as the Engine Technology Forum (ETF) 10 months ago, acknowledging that despite fighting the good fight for the long-established truck fuel, its name wasn’t helping its cause. A necessary change. A Google search found exactly one story and the forum’s press...

A diesel reality check and a rebranding

Since being introduced in 1989, six-cylinder Cummins diesel engines have enjoyed years of success. In addition, the 6.7L Cummins I6 is a good engine, earning high levels of owner satisfaction while powering several generations of Ram pickup trucks since 2013, and given the dominance of the Cummins 5.9L 6BT and its 6.7L I6 turbo diesel replacement, it's understandable if you find yourself asking if Cummins even makes a V8.

Yes, Cummins Does Make V8 Engines (And Here's What They Power)

Since the widespread adoption of automatic transmissions, manuals have mostly been associated with performance cars. Slapping through the gears while winding out the engine is a thrilling experience, and nothing launches a 426 Street Hemi off the line like a four-speed. Now that trucks have become daily drivers and even luxury vehicles, they mostly have automatics, but manual transmissions used to be the standard in pickups.

The Only American-Built Pickup Truck With A Manual Transmission

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After years, General Motors owns up to Duramax diesel engine failure with a settlement that's over $15 million. 
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General Motors coughs up over 15 million for defective diesel engines

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Ram HD trucks are in a pickle. A lawsuit claims that it cheated emissions testing with the Cummins diesel engine. 
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Ram HD Trucks With Cummins Diesel Engines Are Being Sued

Diesel engines have an interesting history and differ from gasoline engines in a variety of ways that the casual driver may not know.

11 Things You Might Not Know About Diesel Engines


The 2025 Ford Maverick has lost its identity as a cheap truck. Popularity has caused prices quickly to sky rocket. 
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The 2025 Ford Maverick Isn’t Exactly Affordable Anymore

When thinking about diesel engines, it's easy to associate them with heavy-duty applications. Diesel engines are more durable than gasoline ones, often delivering higher torque while being made of stronger components. Despite this, you can find smaller diesel engines for a range of applications, including industrial pumps, marine vessels, tractors, and generators. But what type of diesel engine is the smallest, and what brands can you pick one up from?

What's The Smallest Diesel Engine You Can Buy & Which Brands Currently Make Them?

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

In today's world, where gas prices seem to fluctuate wilder than a teenager's mood swings, fuel efficiency is no longer a luxury - it's a necessity. But, let's face it - some "eco-friendly" options come with a hefty price tag that can leave your wallet feeling lighter than a feather.

The Most Affordable Toyota Hybrid

SlashGear has traditionally focused on advancements in terrestrial transportation like cars and motorcycles, but we've devoted plenty of space to discussion of marine engines as well. We've presented a guide to Yamaha outboard motors, a similar primer on boats powered by electric motors, and a spotlight on General Motors' partnership with a hybrid marine engine manufacturer. Most marine engines fall into one of three formats. Many recreational boats use outboard motors, which mount to a watercraft's transom and have a propeller shaft mounted perpendicular to the driveshaft.

6 Of The Most Powerful Outboard Boat Engines Ever Built

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Maserati unveiled custom-built special editions of the Quattroporte and MC20 showcasing Italian craftsmanship and luxurious materials. The Quattroporte Grand Finale features a 572-horsepower V8 engine and custom details, while the MC20 Iris is a unique rainbow-themed work of art. These one-offs were delivered to a US-based Maserati enthusiast and highlight...

This Is How Maserati Says Goodbye To The Quattroporte

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There's a new supercar maker on the block. Nilu27, a brand founded by Koenigsegg and Bugatti designer Sasha Selipanov, has just revealed its first car: the NILU. Rather than leaning into cutting-edge tech like turbocharging or hybrid assistance, this car takes the purist approach, using a naturally aspirated V-12 connected to a gated manual transmission. It even has gullwing doors.

This New Manual, V-12 Hypercar Is a Purist's Dream

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

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BMW is not ready to close the chapter on internal combustion engines just yet. The German automaker is set to launch a new generation of ICE vehicles, beginning with the G65 X5 in 2026, followed by several other models in the years to come. While many of these upcoming models will continue to utilize existing engines, such as the B58 inline-six and S68 V8, BMW is reportedly developing a brand-new engine.

Patent Shows BMW is Working on a New Combustion Engine

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Purchasing a car can be an expensive endeavor, particularly if you are looking for one with all the bells and whistles. For a lot of car buyers and automotive experts, that can mean having a manual...

12 Manual Transmission Cars That Will Save You Money

The manual transmission may be dying, but the 7-speed manual transmission is all but dead. This peculiar transmission type first popped up in 2012 with the introduction of the 991 generation of the Porsche 911. In that instance, Porsche and transmission supplier ZF engineered the manual and PDK to share many of the same components to help fuel economy and make parts more common along the range. Today, only one vehicle still uses a 7-speed manual in the US, and instead of speed and fuel efficiency, it's built for improved off-road prowess.

There's Only One 7-Speed Manual Car Left In America

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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5 DIY Basics For Your Diesel Engine

If you are planning to do any cruising that takes you away from your dock or mooring for even a single overnight, there are five things...

5 DIY Basics For Your Diesel Engine

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