Category: Fuel Tips & Information
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5 Warning Signs Your Diesel May Be Contaminated Contaminated diesel can affect vehicle performance and may lead to larger mechanical problems when warning signs are ignored. Businesses and fleet operators should watch for recurring fuel-filter blockages, engine warning lights, loss of power, excessive smoke and injector problems. These symptoms do not always confirm that diesel…
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Know What’s in Your Tank Effective fuel management begins with knowing what is happening inside your tank. Fuel monitoring systems can help businesses track fuel levels, usage and available stock, making it easier to maintain control and plan ahead. For businesses in Newcastle and Northern KwaZulu-Natal, better fuel insight can support more informed planning and…
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5 More Signs Your Diesel May Be Contaminated Contaminated diesel does not always show the same symptoms. If your fleet begins behaving differently, there may be additional warning signs worth investigating. Look out for: 1. Water or sediment in the filter bowl2. Hard starting3. Unusual engine noise4. Increased fuel consumption5. Discoloured or foul-smelling fuel These…
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5 Warning Signs of Contaminated Diesel Contaminated diesel can affect vehicle performance and lead to increased downtime if warning signs are ignored. Fleet operators should be alert to these five signs: 1. Frequent fuel filter blockages2. Engine warning lights3. Loss of power4. Excess smoke5. Injector problems Spotting potential problems early can help protect fleet performance…
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Protect Your Fleet from Contaminated Diesel Contaminated diesel can cause unnecessary damage, downtime and disruption to your fleet. A few simple preventative checks can help reduce the risk and keep your vehicles operating reliably. Start by using quality diesel from trusted suppliers and replacing fuel filters according to recommended maintenance intervals. Storage tanks should also…
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Put Petrol in a Diesel Car? Do This Now Accidentally put petrol into a diesel vehicle? Do not start the engine or switch on the ignition. Starting the vehicle can circulate the incorrect fuel through the diesel fuel system and potentially cause further damage. If you realise the mistake: 1. Do not start the engine2.…
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Accidentally put petrol into a diesel vehicle? Learn what can happen and why starting the engine could make the problem worse.