The short answer to why Diesel Exhaust Fluid doesn't work in the cold: It freezes at 12 degrees Fahrenheit. Comprised primarily of deionized water and urea, DEF serves to help make large diesel ...

HOLLY, Mich., April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A diesel truck, car or SUV that is losing power and fuel economy, shutting down unexpectedly, and/or has a DEF warning light illuminated is probably ...

Selective catalytic reduction uses ammonia to break down NOx emissions into harmless nitrogen and water. It does this by first routing exhaust gases through an oxidation catalyst, which removes ...

Long-haul truckers and diesel engine enthusiasts had to rethink their entire operations in 2010 when the Environmental Protection Agency mandated selective catalytic reduction technology. Selective ...

Maintaining the integrity of DEF is vital to protect Tier 4 engines, but it may not be as easy as you think. Common elements found around containers and tanks, on your equipment, and in your shop, can ...

If you regularly drive a modern-day diesel-powered vehicle, chances are, you know what Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is. A crucial component used by most modern vehicles with diesel engines, DEF — which ...

Diesel engines are disappearing from smaller cars and SUVs in the U.S. thanks to a series of emissions scandals since Dieselgate. But there are still plenty of heavy-duty pickups and larger trucks ...