General Diesel Knowledge

Have You Ever Heard of Asphaltenes?

Dark deposits on your fuel-filters could be asphaltenes. Learn how to remove them and prevent them from forming in the first place with Diesel Kleen.

“You’ve Got Questions, We’ve Got Answers” What is Top Tier Diesel Fuel?

Video Blog Series “You’ve Got Questions, We’ve Got Answers” Garth Redifer, Power Service Products, Vice President of Sales explains… – What is Top Tier Diesel Fuel? – What is Premium Diesel Fuel? – And How do Power Service Products’ Additives Transform Diesel Fuel into Premium Diesel?

What Happens to Diesel Fuel in Cold Weather?

What Happens to Diesel Fuel in Cold Weather?

Power Service Recommended Year-Round Maintenance Schedule

To ensure peak performance and protection of your diesel, check out our Year-Round Maintenance Schedule video to learn more.

A Beginner’s Guide To Understanding Diesel Engines

By Mike McGlothlin It’s no secret that the majority of Americans are more accustomed to gasoline engines than diesels. Statistics gathered by R.L. Polk confirm this, as just 2.8 percent of all registered passenger vehicles (cars, SUV’s, pickup trucks, and vans) ran on number 2 diesel fuel in 2013. To be sure, most folks in […]

About Biodiesel and Biodiesel Blends

As pressure increases to lessen America’s dependence on fossil fuels, biodiesel will become more widely used as a blended component of diesel fuel. Some states have mandated that all diesel fuels contain varying percentages of biodiesel, and the U.S. government has authorized a B20 fuel (20% biodiesel and 80% diesel fuel) for use in non-strategic […]

Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) Fuel

In 2006, the EPA mandated that refiners transition to nationwide delivery of Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) fuel. ULSD contains less than 15 ppm sulfur and allows emissions on 2007 and newer diesel engines to be the most environmentally friendly engines ever produced. While emissions are greatly reduced, ULSD ushers in newer operational challenges for […]

Will it hurt my engine to use Diesel Fuel Supplement +Cetane Boost year-round, even though it contains an antigel for winter operability?

No, it will not hurt your engine to use Diesel Fuel Supplement +Cetane Boost (in the white bottle) year-round. However, for maximum performance we recommend using Diesel Kleen +Cetane Boost (in the silver bottle) when temperatures are above 30°F. (Use our seasonal tip to remember: white for winter and silver for summer.)

Are Power Service diesel additives effective in biodiesel for winter operability?

Yes, Diesel Fuel Supplement +Cetane Boost effectively treats biodiesel blends and the directions can be found on the container label. Keep in mind that biodiesel can have winter operability problems at temperatures higher than standard petroleum diesel. Refer to your owner’s manual for the biodiesel specifications recommended for your vehicle. Having Diesel 911 on hand […]