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Diesel technology extends beyond just fueling your car. Whether it's fueling the economy, serving as an efficient and secure energy source, or working towards a better environment, clean diesel is always on the agenda. Learn more about the conversation here.

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  • Economy

    Powering the U.S. Economy

    With its unmatched combination of energy density, fuel efficiency, power and performance, diesel engines are the primary technology driving 15 key sectors of the U.S. economy.

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  • Economy

    Manufacturing, Jobs and Wages

    The economy moves on clean diesel and the industry is responsible for generating employment opportunities for millions of Americans.

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  • Economy

    Fuels Tax Parity

    Clean diesel cars and pickups help us conserve resources and reduce emissions. Find out how motor fuels tax policy plays an important role in promoting a sustainable transportation choice.

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  • Energy

    Primer on Fuels: Diesel and Advanced Renewable Biofuels

    Diesel’s sustainability is enhanced through the engine’s increasing efficiency - lower GHG emissions - and its ability to use low-carbon advanced biofuels like blends of high-quality biodiesel and renewable diesel fuel.

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  • Energy

    Biofuels

    First and second generation bio-based diesel fuel help improve air quality, reduce emissions and make diesel part of our sustainable and secure energy future.

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  • Environment

    Tier 4 Standards

    The latest clean diesel technologies are now found in the wide variety of off-road equipment helping to reduce emissions and save fuel.

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  • Environment

    Meeting the Climate Challenge

    As transportation sources of GHG emissions are the leading category, we need ready-to-go solutions today to cut our carbon diet as we invest in solutions to deliver zero-emissions in the future.

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  • Environment

    Climate Change and Diesel Technology

    The latest generation of advanced diesel technology is working today to help cool a warming planet. Further advancements to diesel technology are expected to significantly contribute to help achieve climate goals.

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  • Environment

    Why Retrofit?

    Diesel retrofits offer several benefits over other emissions reduction strategies, including cost effectiveness and immediate reductions.

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  • Environment

    VW Environmental Mitigation Trust

    The $2.9 billion Environmental Trust included in the VW settlement provides funding for states to upgrade or repower older vehicles and equipment to rapidly reduce emissions of oxides of nitrogen (NOx) that contribute to ground level ozone, or smog.

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  • Economy

    Motor Fuels Taxes

    States and the federal government levy taxes on transportation fuels delivered to the consumer but state taxes and fees are not uniform across all states. Where does your state fall?

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  • Environment

    Diesel’s Shrinking Share of Emissions Inventory

    Diesel continues to serve as an efficient fuel source with near-zero emissions helping to provide clean air benefits to communities here at home and around the globe.

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  • Policy

    Driving the Future

    Diesel technology continues to evolve to meet the demands of today and tomorrow for efficient, clean and reliable power across wide sectors of the global economy.

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    Emerging Technologies
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