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Stories From The Road: Fuel Logic Delivers Emergency Fuel When Minutes Matter

Jul 2, 2024

Fuel Logic plays a critical emergency response role by delivering mobile fuel to power generators, hospitals, businesses, and relief efforts during and after extreme 2024 weather, including torrential rainfall in California, tornadoes in the Midwest, and severe storms in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. It is impossible to know when, where, or how, but it’s a…
Everything You Need To Know About Renting a Generator

Jul 2, 2024

Renting a generator offers flexibility without long-term commitment. Consider factors like power requirements, fuel type, runtime, noise level, and delivery. It’s ideal for short-term or occasional use, avoiding the high costs of purchasing and maintenance, with daily rental rates ranging from $50-$100 for small units to several hundred dollars for larger generators. Generators keep the…
Commercial Generator Maintenance Checklist and Tips

Jun 27, 2024

A commercial generator maintenance checklist should include checking oil and coolant levels, inspecting the battery for corrosion, cleaning air filters, examining the exhaust for blockages, performing load tests, ensuring proper ventilation, and cleaning the exterior. Neglecting this maintenance can lead to generator failures, reduced efficiency, and higher repair costs. Commercial generator maintenance is crucial for…
Fuel System Cleaning: What It Is, What It Costs & When You Need It

Jun 25, 2024

Fuel system cleaning is the process of removing carbon deposits, dirt, and contaminants from your fuel injectors, fuel lines, intake valves, and combustion chamber. Most vehicles need it every 30,000 to 60,000 miles, or sooner if you notice rough idling, hesitation during acceleration, or a drop in fuel efficiency. Professional service typically costs between $100…
Renewable Diesel vs. Biodiesel: What’s the Difference?

Jun 18, 2024

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?

Jun 11, 2024

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?

Jun 4, 2024

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…
How to Build a Fleet Management Budget: Effective Strategies for Fleet Cost Planning

May 21, 2024

Creating a fleet budget in 2024 involves setting annual goals, reviewing past expenses, forecasting future costs, and tracking results. Key practices for budget management include understanding fixed, variable, and unexpected fleet costs, continuously monitoring and tracking progress, and leveraging technology and AI-powered tools for data accuracy and efficiency. How to Build a Fleet Management Budget:…
Fuel Logic’s Stories from the Road: Generating Super Bowl LVIII Buzz in Las Vegas

May 16, 2024

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

May 7, 2024

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:…