How much longer will diesel trucks be around?


How much longer will diesel trucks be around? Per every meaningful metric that takes the automotive industry's future into account, it's clear that diesel propulsion will be with us for at least another 10 years, if not another quarter century.


What is the main problem with diesel?

Diesel fuel is easily contaminated by glycol, soot, and moisture. Contaminated fuel can cause engine performance issues and damage.


Will diesel be around in 20 years?

Diesel engines in passenger cars will not fade away until 2040. The IC engines will also phase out only after 2040, Elmar Degenhart said adding that it will be difficult to imagine commercial vehicles without diesel engines.