Brandon Ward

  • Renewable Diesel vs. Biodiesel: What’s the Difference?

    Renewable Diesel vs. Biodiesel: What’s the Difference?

    Renewable diesel cuts hydrocarbon and nitrogen oxide emissions, while biodiesel reduces carbon monoxide and particulates. Renewable diesel is a drop-in fuel used in existing diesel engines without modifications, whereas biodiesel is a blend that may require infrastructure adjustments. Biodiesel is typically less expensive than renewable diesel. Several clean diesel fuels have emerged in the search…

  • What Happens If You Put Gas in a Diesel Engine?

    What Happens If You Put Gas in a Diesel Engine?

    Putting gasoline in a diesel engine strips away the fuel’s lubricating properties, causing metal-on-metal contact in the fuel pump and injectors. If the engine is running, gasoline also ignites too early in the compression cycle (pre-detonation), which can crack pistons and damage cylinder heads. The severity depends on how much gas was added and whether…

  • Accidentally Put DEF in My Diesel Tank: What Now?

    Accidentally Put DEF in My Diesel Tank: What Now?

    Putting Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) in a diesel tank contaminates the fuel immediately. The mixture causes corrosion, clogs injectors, and damages pumps, leading to costly repairs. If this happens, do not start the engine, have the tank drained and flushed by a professional mechanic. Diesel engines power construction, farming, and heavy transport, burning large amounts…

  • Fuel Logic’s Stories from the Road: Generating Super Bowl LVIII Buzz in Las Vegas

    Fuel Logic’s Stories from the Road: Generating Super Bowl LVIII Buzz in Las Vegas

    During Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas, Fuel Logic partnered with Saunders Electric to ensure uninterrupted power for Media Row at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, providing mobile fuel delivery to sites like the MGM Grand and Resorts World for mega Super Bowl parties. Few will deny that 2024 brought with it one of the…

  • Water in Gas Tank Symptoms and Solutions Explained

    Water in Gas Tank Symptoms and Solutions Explained

    Water in a gas tank causes rough idling, hesitation, or jerking when accelerating. You may notice hard starts, stalling, or reduced power soon after refueling. The check engine light might also turn on due to misfires or fuel contamination. Working with vehicle owners, fleets, and businesses across the US, we often see the same problem:…

  • Fuel Blending: Blended vs Unblended Fuels Explained

    Fuel Blending: Blended vs Unblended Fuels Explained

    The main difference between blended and unblended fuels is that blended fuels mix different fuel types to improve emissions and cost efficiency, while unblended fuels offer higher octane and purity. Fuel blending also influences engine performance, environmental footprint, and overall cost-effectiveness. Fuel blending, the process of combining different fuels, impacts engine performance, environmental footprint, and…

  • What Is Quality Fuel and Why Is It Important?

    What Is Quality Fuel and Why Is It Important?

    Quality fuel adheres to strict standards, ensuring efficiency, low emissions, and engine longevity by being free of contaminants and having high energy content. It meets specific standards and specifications, has a high octane or cetane number, and is crucial for consistent machinery performance, minimizing downtime, and maximizing productivity. From gasoline to diesel, fuel quality plays a…

  • Diesel Fuel Quality Testing: How to Test Fuel Quality and Remove Fuel Contamination

    Diesel Fuel Quality Testing: How to Test Fuel Quality and Remove Fuel Contamination

    Diesel fuel quality testing, crucial for protecting engines and ensuring efficient performance, involves measuring the cetane number, sulfur content, density, distillation, and contamination levels like water and sediment. These tests help maintain engine longevity, reduce emissions, and prevent equipment damage, with compliance to ASTM D975 standards ensuring reliability and safety. Diesel fuel is vital in…

  • What Are The Benefits of Emergency Fuel Services?

    What Are The Benefits of Emergency Fuel Services?

    Emergency fuel services provide on-demand fuel during shortages, ensuring businesses and essential services remain operational, offering a solid backup plan and reducing downtime. These services allow equipment and vehicles to be refueled wherever needed, minimize disruptions with quick response times and 24/7 availability, and enhance safety and security. They primarily deliver on-road diesel, gasoline, and…

  • What is DEF? How Does DEF Fluid Work in Diesel Engines

    What is DEF? How Does DEF Fluid Work in Diesel Engines

    Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) works by being injected into a diesel engine’s exhaust stream, where it converts into ammonia and reacts with nitrogen oxides (NOx) in the Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system. This reaction transforms harmful gases into harmless nitrogen and water, reducing diesel emissions. How does DEF fluid work is crucial in understanding the…