When it comes to choosing the right spark plug for your vehicle, generator, or even lawnmower, the debate often boils down to two options: iridium and double platinum. It’s a battle between longevity and performance, and frankly, most people aren’t even sure which one truly holds the edge. Manufacturers and retailers would have you believe […]
Keynotes: The American Petroleum Institute (API) reported a significant drop in U.S. crude oil inventories, which fell by 4.339 million barrels for the week ending September 20. This decline was much larger than the anticipated 1.1-million-barrel reduction and follows the previous week’s increase of 1.96 million barrels. The drop has brought year-to-date crude oil inventories
As power outages become more frequent due to severe weather and aging infrastructure, many homeowners are investing in whole house generators to ensure they have a reliable source of backup power. However, one question that often comes up is whether there are any tax credits available for installing a whole house generator. Understanding the potential
Engine oil and transmission fluid are two vital fluids that keep your car running smoothly. Engine oil lubricates the moving parts of the engine, while transmission fluid lubricates the gears and clutches of the transmission. Both fluids need to be maintained at the proper level and quality to prevent damage and performance issues. But can
Cummins Inc., a global leader in power technology, announced on Monday 9th January 2024 that it will invest $580 million in its Rocky Mount Engine Plant (RMEP) in Nash County, North Carolina. The project is expected to create about 80 new jobs and boost the local economy. The investment will involve installing new equipment for
Engine maker Cummins has agreed to pay a record-breaking $1.67 billion to resolve allegations that it installed illegal devices in its engines to bypass emissions tests, according to a recent article. This settlement marks the largest civil penalty ever levied under the Clean Air Act, surpassing the previous record of $1.2 billion set by Volkswagen
For decades, OPEC, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, has reigned supreme as the puppet master of the global oil market, wielding its production quotas like levers to control prices and fuel economic booms and busts. But cracks are appearing in the cartel’s once-impenetrable facade, and the tremors are originating from an unlikely source:
A new linear generator technology developed by a company called InVerde could revolutionize the way local and distributed power generation is done. The linear generator is a device that uses natural gas or biogas with up to 30% hydrogen blend to produce electricity and heat. The technology is modular, scalable, and can operate in island
The U.S. government is planning to introduce new safety rules for portable generators, following a series of carbon monoxide poisoning deaths linked to their use. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced on Friday that it intends to recommend new mandatory standards to make portable generators safer, saying that manufacturers have not voluntarily done enough
