Why choose a diesel-powered chassis over a gas one?
Diesel engines are substantially more efficient than gasoline engines by an estimate of 35-40 percent, producing more power per unit of fuel burned. The efficiency of the diesel engine has been greatly enhanced by the use of turbochargers and charged-air cooling, which has resulted in increased power and performance at minimum fuel consumption rates. Advancements in engine design also mean diesel is no longer considered a “dirty” fuel. Fuel injection and control strategies have produced the “smokeless” diesel. All Freightliner chassis use diesel engines that are EPA and CARB (California Air Resources Board) certified. Additional advancements in catalytic converters have produced diesel engines that are certified to meet LEV (low emissions vehicle) standards. Freightliner also offers compressed natural gas and liquid propane-powered vehicles. Diesel engines also require less maintenance, because they operate at lower internal temperatures than gasoline engines. This reduces wear and tea
