Modern diesel engines perform exceptionally well at 1,100 to 1,200 rpm. They deliver peak torque just a few hundred rpm above idle, and peak horsepower somewhere around 1,500 or 1,600 rpm. But what ...

For many people, driving is as simple as hitting the gas to go — for more engine power — and using the brakes to stop. But your motor can actually help slow you down in certain situations, too. It's ...

Having put thousands of miles on motorcycles over the last half century, any brain power I've dedicated to engine braking while riding a bike happened long ago. When presented with the notion that it ...

PORTLAND, Ore. — If you live near a downhill section of freeway, you've no doubt heard that staccato-like rumbling of big semis trying to slow down. It reverberates through nearby neighborhoods like ...

Fleets everywhere are continuing to explore a seemingly endless list of new and creative options for improving fuel economy, reducing emissions, and advancing sustainability solutions. It’s now more ...

Mack Trucks opened orders for the redesigned Anthem. Production begins in January 2026, with options for day and sleeper cabs tailored for various freight applications. Cummins introduced the high ...

Since its U.S. release in 2000, the Toyota Prius has been the subject of both mockery and admiration. While some deride the hybrid for its inconspicuous look and lack of traditional power, others ...