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Your DPF “Clean” Exposed by AI

Traditional DPF cleaning leaves fleets blind to cracks, clogs, and costly risks. This whitepaper gives you access to unreleased proof-of-concept images from Ceramex’s Veritex® AI infrared imaging system—exposing hidden failures and delivering OEM-grade validation with proof in just 3 minutes.

October 2, 2025
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Engine Makers, Fleets Prep for New Heavy-Duty Engine Oil Rollout

As the trucking industry moves toward the next generation of diesel engines, the introduction of new oils designed to further enhance fuel efficiency also is on the horizon.

October 1, 2025
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Most Diesel Repair Shops Understaffed Last Year, ATRI Finds

A scarcity of diesel technicians facing career obstacles is a widening concern for a trucking industry that depends on them, according to a new American Transportation Research Institute report.

August 13, 2025
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Daimler Deepens Diesel Engine Focus, Boosts Investment

Daimler Truck executives signaled a renewed focus on diesel powertrains at the company’s Capital Market Day 2025.

July 14, 2025
BusinessEquipment

Fleets Sidelined by DOC and SCR System Issues

DOC and SCR system failures are taking trucks off the road without warning. This resource breaks down how these components fail, why it matters to your fleet’s performance, and what steps you can take to reduce downtime, avoid fines, and stay ahead of issues.

July 1, 2025
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Texas Startup Launches Hybrid Retrofitted Class 8 Tractor

A Texas-based startup is promising 40% fuel efficiency savings and reductions in carbon emissions from a hybrid diesel-electric Class 8 tractor set to be unveiled at the end of March.

February 25, 2025
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Senate Passes Diesel Emissions Reduction Bill Update

Legislation updating the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act was recently passed in the U.S. Senate.

May 14, 2024
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Court Rejects VW’s Plan to Fix Engines With Software Update

Volkswagen AG lost another lawsuit in a German court over its software fix for engines in the wake of the diesel scandal that tarnished the reputation of Europe’s biggest carmaker.

January 17, 2024
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Republicans Highlight Role of Internal Combustion Engines

Legislation that aims to block efforts to prevent the sale of internal combustion engines was recently introduced in the Senate.

July 20, 2023
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Charges Filed in Michigan Over Diesel Engine Tampering

Eleven people have been charged in Michigan in a scheme to evade air-pollution rules by tampering with software and hardware in heavy-duty diesel engines, federal authorities said April 26.

April 26, 2023