Diesel

usgb/ˈdiːzl/
noun

A type of heavy oil used in vehicle engines.

He filled his truck with diesel.
Visual representation of "diesel" - A type of heavy oil used in vehicle engines.

Often appears as...

  • diesel fuel
  • diesel engine
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Not for Petrol

Diesel is different from petrol; using it in a petrol engine can cause damage.

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Remember, your car needs petrol, not diesel.
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Fuel Efficiency

Diesel engines are often more fuel-efficient than petrol engines.

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Diesel cars can travel longer distances on less fuel.
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Heavy Machinery

Diesel is common in trucks, buses, and heavy machinery due to its durability.

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Most heavy trucks on the road have diesel engines.
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