A record number of vehicles in the UK are failing MOT tests, with close to 1.3 million vehicles failing between 2019-2020 alone due to faults relating to exhaust emissions. Diesel MOT failures have a seen a hike of 240 per cent, with Petrol failures increasing by 37...
How Short Trips Are Wrecking your Diesel Engine
With the UK in the midst of the COVID lockdown, many people are working their jobs from, meaning their vehicles are relegated to short to the shops and such, rather than longer daily commutes to work. For diesel-powered vehicles, this can be detrimental for...
How Dipetane Works to Clean your DPF
With today’s diesel engines offering exceptional performance, fuel economy and drivability, it’s easy to see why they’ve become so popular. Couple that with generally astounding reliability when serviced regularly. Most modern diesel vehicles are designed to meet at...
Record number of vehicles fail MOTs due to emissions, with diesel failures surging 240%
Article thanks to http://www.garageandmot.com/ A record 1.3 million vehicles are failing MOT tests due to emissions, finds BookMyGarageDiesel MOT failures soar 240% due to new regulations, with petrol failures up by a thirdData shows a 70% overall increase on 2017/18...
How not driving to work anymore is potentially causing your diesel car problems
In today's article, we look at the effects of not driving your diesel car to work anymore is having on its reliability. But to do that we need to look at why this is a diesel vehicle issue and what are the likely problems you will encounter if you don’t take care of...
Why is my fuel economy going down?
Modern vehicle diesel engines are a gem, they produce more power, are fuel efficient and environmentally friendly. But this all-round performance will deteriorate over time, even if regular garage maintenance is carried out. Let’s look at why. A common rail diesel...
Why use Dipetane in your car?
Dipetane cleans DPF’s and injectors, helping your engine to last longer. It lowers dirty emissions, which is better for the environment. And it also helps to improve fuel economy, which will save you money. Find a retailer now https://dipetane.com/where-to-buy/
My diesel failed an MOT emissions test, now what?
So, you are nervously waiting for your vehicles MOT inspection to hear whether your vehicle has Passed or Failed. Knowing that if it fails, it will cost time and money to get back on the road. This has been a much more common occurrence for older diesel vehicles since...
What fuel treatments help Diesel Particulate Filters?
Modern diesel vehicles offer exceptional performance, fuel economy and drivability. They’re also generally extremely reliable and hard-wearing when serviced regularly. Nearly all modern diesel engines come fitted with a diesel particulate filter, also known simply as...