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Policy Insider | 09/15/21

From Wildfires to Hurricanes: Role of Diesel Power in Protecting Public Health and Safety on Full Display So Far in 2021

Having the right tools and technology that are reliable, available, and proven, that can get the job done during adverse conditions, is a core part of readiness and response.

Policy Insider | 08/27/21

Trucking Into the Future With 7 Innovations in Diesel Power

If past accomplishments are any measure of future success, the diesel engine is poised to continue to deliver the goods and the benefits in the decades ahead.

Policy Insider | 08/26/21

Readiness and Resilience: Preparing for the Next Disaster

Diesel is the gold standard for working in difficult conditions, when the most power is needed that can go deep into backcountry and work for hours, being highly mobile and untethered.

Policy Insider | 08/22/21

De-carbon-ization: Part 1 – Things with Wheels That Move on Roads

It is clear that the energy and fuel landscape is changing, and that there is no “perfect” fuel or technology. The questions are how fast does it change, how far and in what sectors, and what is required to get there?

Policy Insider | 08/16/21

Efficient and Clean Power for Freight and Passenger Rail: A LOT is Possible!

With innovations in new power technologies and the ready and waiting opportunity to modernize and upgrade the existing fleet, there have never been more choices for improving the sustainability of passenger and freight rail.

Policy Insider | 08/10/21

Infrastructure: Pass It and We Will Build It; Efficiently, Cleanly, and Equitably

When it comes to building things, diesel power is at the forefront, powering the majority of infrastructure-building construction machines and equipment.

Policy Insider | 06/14/21

Are You Ready? Hurricane Preparedness, Climate Resiliency Includes Depending on Diesel Power

Diesel is prime technology for governments, first responders & businesses in responding to increasingly frequent weather emergencies.

Policy Insider | 05/20/21

ICE Makers and Suppliers Red-Hot with Innovation for Next Generation Diesel Power

Continued stewardship of ICE technology is paramount to cleaner air & progress on reducing GHG emissions - OEMs continue to innovate & improve this workhorse.

Policy Insider | 05/04/21

A Tale of Two Cities: Achieving Clean Air for Communities Most in Need

To provide improvements in air quality for environmental justice communities, we need to weigh available near-term options against longer term solutions.

Policy Insider | 03/16/21

DTF Comments to Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources

Continued innovation & investment in advanced diesel engines is essential for achieving near-term & long-term progress in meeting climate & environmental objectives.

Policy Insider | 03/15/21

Power for the History Books: Electrification and Diesel

Uniformly history will serve that both diesel and electrification were each transformative for their time.

Policy Insider | 03/09/21

Building Back Better: How Advanced Diesel Power is Building the Renewable Energy Future

Building the clean energy future depends on heavy-duty construction equipment, nearly all of which is powered by diesel.

Policy Insider | 02/23/21

DTF Comments on Senate EPW Committee Hearing on Climate/Building Back Better

Diesel is part of the solution for tackling climate change, growing the economy and delivering cleaner air now.

Policy Insider | 01/27/21

At National Meetings of Biodiesel Board and Diesel Specialists, Diesel Tech Forum Sounds Clarion Call for Diesel’s Future

A call to action for industry to make clear to new Biden administration that advanced diesel engines & renewable biofuels are key near-term strategies for U.S. to meet established climate goals & must be included in both domestic & international policy.

Policy Insider | 01/19/21

Making Progress on Climate and Clean Air in a New Administration

As manufacturers are hard at work developing zero-emissions solutions over next decade, introducing latest diesel options today can provide significant clean air benefits.

Policy Insider | 01/06/21

What’s in store for 2021?

Solving big challenges of ours & the next generation will take many fuels and technologies contributing, and advanced diesel is one of them.

Policy Insider | 12/15/20

Nor'Easter No Match for Diesel Power

Diesel stands ready to work to help the East Coast keep running as heavy snow is forecasted.

Policy Insider | 12/08/20

Warp Speed Vaccine Deliveries and the Holidays Rely on Diesel Power

Thanks to diesel's energy density and the engine’s efficiency, diesel commercial vehicles have the longest range of all solutions.

Policy Insider | 12/01/20

Hybrid Technology Powers More than Just Cars and SUVs

Latest advancements in efficient diesel engines coupled with state-of-the-art energy storage systems deliver powerful hybrids that get job done while reducing emissions.

Policy Insider | 11/17/20

What do the commercial trucks of the future look like in 2040? Does diesel have a sell by date?

Rather than having a “sell by“ date, diesel will remain as the dominant technology moving the nation’s freight for decades to come.

Policy Insider | 11/10/20

What Will A Biden Win Mean for Transportation and Energy Policy?

Using energy more wisely, diversifying energy sources & fuels will be essential parts of any plan successful in tackling challenges from a changing climate.

Policy Insider | 10/13/20

Beyond Pumpkins: It’s Harvest Time

Role of diesel technology planting, harvesting & transporting foodstuffs from the fields to grocery store shelves helps feed a growing world.

Policy Insider | 10/05/20

Choose Purple: If Diesel were a candidate, would it be Republican or Democrat?

Diesel reaches across the aisle - to be both economically powerful technology to get job done today while advancing clean air & GHG reduction benefits needed to be sustainable technology for tomorrow.

Policy Insider | 09/11/20

Are You Ready? – Proven Technologies Key for Emergency Preparedness

First responders, emergency planners & elected officials have full array of capabilities to prepare for, prevent & respond to disasters and diesel technology plays a leading role.

Policy Insider | 09/01/20

Uncertainty for Back to School Abounds, But School Buses Are Ready

Districts are ready with latest generation of advanced technology diesel school buses with recent funding from EPA’s school bus rebate program & VW Environmental Mitigation Trust.

Policy Insider | 08/17/20

North Carolina’s $92M VW Settlement Spending Plan Delivers More Clean Air for the Dollar While Leading the Nation in Plan Performance and Benefits Analysis

NC should be standard for transparency in detailed, accurate accounting + “all technology on deck” eligibility approach for 1st round of VW Trust spending.

Policy Insider | 08/11/20

Fuels that Work: Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel and Biodiesel Power the U.S. Economy

Unlike gasoline, diesel fuel, vehicles & equipment is platform of work. About 1 out of every 2 economic sectors rely on diesel. Diesel engines, old and new, are capable of operating on biofuels delivering sustainability at low cost.

Policy Insider | 07/06/20

A Little Diesel Program with Big Clean Air Benefits

DERA is delivering big on the clean air promise for many communities and Congress should consider boosting funding for the program.

Policy Insider | 06/22/20

Smooth Operator: A Few Simple Changes to Eliminate 30 Million Tons of Emissions

A more efficient diesel truck driven efficiently will help reduce fuel consumption, improve air quality & reduce GHG emissions to help cool a warming planet.

Policy Insider | 06/10/20

DTF's Comments to the California PUC Regarding Legislation on Emergency Backup Power

California PUC has proposed a proven & reasonable option to incorporate diesel generators into microgrids established to operate during grid outages.

Policy Insider | 06/09/20

Four Keys to the Future for Diesel: HYBRIDS

Hybridization is just one way that diesel engines will play key role to save fuel & lower GHG and other emissions across all applications.

Policy Insider | 06/03/20

Our Statement to Senate Commerce Committee Hearing: The State of Transportation and Critical Infrastructure: Examining the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Policies that encourage the replacement of older heavy-duty vehicles and equipment with new cleaner models provide needed economic stimulus

Policy Insider | 06/03/20

Diesel at the Ready for Start of a Busy Hurricane Season

Diesel power is ready to play a central role in hurricane preparedness, response and recovery, keeping everyone safe.

Policy Insider | 05/18/20

Recovery and New Auto Buyers Coming Back… for Pickup Trucks

As of the end of April, more pickups and light trucks were sold than sedans for the first time in decades.

Policy Insider | 05/15/20

Diesel Pickup Sales Help Drivers Save Fuel and Reduce Emissions for Everyone

As more Americans look to pickup trucks and SUVs, diesel options can deliver the efficiency and performance consumers want.

Policy Insider | 05/12/20

What Does COVID-19 Economic Recovery Look Like? Can it Be Green?

Well-crafted green recovery brings together near term + longer term considerations with realistic assessment of what is possible vs. what is aspirational.

Policy Insider | 04/20/20

Diesel Trucks Haven’t Stopped Rolling During the Pandemic, and Now the Air is Cleaner. What Gives?

Recent decline in measured fine particles (PM 2.5) is really a story about impacts of reduced consumer travel and gas consumption, not eliminating truck traffic.

Policy Insider | 04/20/20

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Diesel Technology in the Circular Economy

Diesel industry & products developed by leading manufacturers, are vital to protect our health, planet & sustain economic prosperity.

Policy Insider | 04/14/20

Stepping Up to Help - Diesel Industry Leaders Innovate During COVID-19 Pandemic

Recognizing DTF members who are stepping up, using their manufacturing, technology, & philanthropy to do great things in their communities.

Policy Insider | 04/14/20

COVID-19 Stimulus Package Can Help Manufacturing and Clean Air

Congress likely to consider stimulus measures to keep economy moving in the longer term including federal infrastructure plan to boost recovery, address critical needs.

Policy Insider | 03/30/20

Thoughts on Delivering Essential Goods and Services During National Emergency

It’s that vast network, a support ecosystem that keeps the freight, the goods, the supplies moving, shelves stocked, hospitals replenished.

Policy Insider | 03/17/20

Go Big or Go Home at #CONEXPOCONAGG

Manufacturers are still overwhelmingly committed to even more efficiency gains using the industry standard – the diesel engine.

Policy Insider | 03/17/20

“Theory and Construction of a Rational Heat Motor”: AKA How Rudolf Diesel Changed the World

Imagine Diesel's wonderment seeing his hulking 10-ft tall cast iron single cylinder apparatus now transformed into today’s modern engines

Policy Insider | 03/02/20

There’s More to Falling Diesel Fuel Prices Than a Potential Pandemic

Diesel fuel prices are also trending down. Is it related to fears of a spreading COVID-19 epidemic?

Policy Insider | 01/28/20

2020 Diesel Outlook: Off and Running

With 2020, a new decade begins, and from this vantage point, a year where major developments are happening in the diesel fuels, engine and equipment sectors.

Policy Insider | 01/13/20

New Diesel Fuel Specs for Large Ships: So Far, So Good on Price, Supply and Clean Air Benefits

Business and financial analysts had predicted a near pandemic for global diesel fuel prices and even potential supply shortages.

Policy Insider | 12/03/19

From Black Friday Thru Cyber Monday, Diesel Delivers More Holiday Gifts with Fewer Emissions

The latest diesel technologies are delivering more holiday gifts with fewer emissions than ever before.

Policy Insider | 11/11/19

What Does Clean Diesel Have to do with Thanksgiving?

The latest generation of diesel technology helps realize our agricultural bounty with minimal impact to our environment.

Policy Insider | 10/15/19

Raising the Bar on Fuel Efficiency in America’s Most Popular Selling Vehicle

As more full-size pickups are sold in America and come with the diesel option, we can save quite a lot fuel and reduce emissions that benefit us all.

Policy Insider | 09/25/19

Manufacturing Progress: 1 Million Heavy-Duty Diesel Engines Are Good for the Environment and Economy

1+ million heavy-duty diesel engines rolled off U.S. assembly lines in 2018, up by 13% - good news for economic fundamentals, job security & the environment.