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Boost truck fuel efficiency! Choose ECM tuning - save big on expenses. Custom tuning cuts fuel consumption by up to 8%! Skilled technicians optimize performance. Learn more below.

Choose the right ECM tuning shop for your heavy-duty truck with these five essential tips.

If you work in the trucking industry, you’re undoubtedly familiar with Peterbilt trucks. You’ve likely heard of the new Peterbilt Model 579, too. Are you curious about this new model and what separates it from other trucks on the market? If so, this guide will answer all your most pressing questions. Find out everything you need to know about the Peterbilt 579 below.

Kenworth is a brand that focuses on delivering innovations to their heavy-duty trucks all the time. The Kenworth AG400L suspension is in a position to cater to these needs, along with many other benefits. 

Did you know that on an almost daily basis, a truck breaks down on the side of the road? Learn the five warning indications that your diesel engine requires maintenance or repairs by reading on.

The most common types of engine repairs for heavy-duty truck owners include replacing the engine, converting it to a different type, and exchanging it for another engine. A heavy-duty repair shop can assist with all of these options. In this post, we will delve deeper into the specific procedures involved in each type of engine conversion.

If you neglect transmission issues for too long, your Freightliner truck can need a whole transmission replacement, which is far more costly than simple transmission repairs.

Proper fleet maintenance is critical to ensure the longevity of your company. But how can a business locate top fleet maintenance specialists? To find out what to look for, continue reading.

This article delves into some of the most frequent Kenworth truck warning lights and offers advice on what to do if they show on your dashboard. Mentioned are five of the most regularly visible warning lights.

Heavy-duty truck brake problems are hazardous, putting operators and other drivers on the road at risk. Here are five symptoms that your heavy-duty truck's brakes are failing and require attention from a certified diesel mechanic immediately.

Your heavy-duty truck engine starts operating at extraordinarily high temperatures within seconds of turning it on. If these temperatures were allowed to get too high, the engine would overheat and risk melting.

The T680E is a zero-emissions truck that runs entirely on electricity, making it an excellent choice for businesses to reduce their environmental impact. Learn more about this exciting new truck below.

Regular inspections by a reputable diesel repair shop may detect issues early on, resulting in safer driving and avoiding costly repairs down the line. Here are five compelling reasons to see your local diesel repair shop for a comprehensive diagnostic service

One of the best and most durable trucks available for your purchase in the market as of now is the Kenworth W900. Continue to read, and we will share more details with you on what this truck is all about.

Engine rebuilding is a complex job, and therefore, you will need to avoid mistakes as you go through the engine rebuilding process. To make your life easy, we thought of sharing a list of 9 rookie mistakes you could make when building an engine. Make sure that you don't commit any of these mistakes to stay away from trouble. 

Do you drive a truck? Then you need to pay attention to its maintenance regularly. Failing to maintain the truck regularly can lead you to multiple problems in the long run. So, we decided to put together a list of the most expensive truck repair mistakes to be mindful about. On top of that, we’ll also share the steps to overcome these mistakes with you.

Let’s face it: Finding the right mechanics is not an easy task, especially for those who have recently purchased a new vehicle. That’s because most technicians lack considerable experience in repairing various parts of a vehicle, especially engines. Use the information we’ve provided in this guide to find the best diesel repair near you.

Mack parts are made to be used in Mack engines, but these engines are utilized by trucks of all kinds. Mack engineers set out to design truck parts that were powerful enough to handle the roughest conditions and last for decades.

Engine conversions on heavy-duty trucks can be complicated. There are three engine conversions that are considered the most common among heavy-duty truck owners: engine swap, engine conversion, and engine replacement. At Adrenaline Diesel in Edmonton, Alberta, our heavy-duty repair facility is well-equipped to handle all of your engine swap, conversion, and replacement needs.

Adrenaline Diesel takes a closer look at the current state of the heavy-duty repair industry in Edmonton, Alberta.

For the second part of our summer project series, Adrenaline Diesel journeyed to Grand Prairie, Alberta to collaborate with one of our primary vendors on some tricky Komatsu ECM tunes. Today we invite you to join our field technician, Christian, on-site as he works to fine-tune and streamline the performance on a small fleet of diesel-burning, off-road service vehicles using his experience and depth of knowledge regarding Komatsu's engine control modules (ECM).

As part of our summer project series, we recently completed a complicated engine swap, converting a 2009 Kenworth W9 series truck from the stock Cummins 871 engine that it came included to a newer Detroit 60 DDEC V engine.

Parts shortages are creating challenges in our industry. We can help.

New DDEC IV available

The Detroit Diesel Series 60 is a beast of an engine that sometimes falls ill. Here are the most common problems it sees.

It goes without saying that the Cummins ISX is one of the most popular and well loved diesel engines on the road today. Initially released in 1998 as a response to tightening EPA emissions standards, the ISX replaced the N14, Cummins’ original workhorse engine.

Identifying early warning signs can be the difference between thousands of dollars in repair and a small maintenance bill. Steps that we've outlined here are almost guaranteed to save your time and money.

The CAT C15’s ubiquity, fuel economy, reliability and low operating costs make it the engine of choice for fleet and owner-operators all over Canada. From harvesters, pumps, paving equipment, to compressors, dredgers and power equipment, this engine is built to get the job done.

Peterbilt 389

As of March 26, 2020 Adrenaline Diesel will be practicing a social distancing protocol for visiting customers, to minimize gathering in the waiting rooms due to recent COVID 19 concerns. We know that the backbone of our country is transportation and the heavy equipment industry, and we must keep this going!