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The EPA Changed the Frustrating DEF Power Loss Rule (What RVers Need to Know)

If you’ve had your diesel RV or tow vehicle suddenly lose power because of a DEF (diesel exhaust fluid) issue, you’re not alone. And now, the EPA is stepping in with changes that address this problem.
The Drive

EPA Could Eliminate Limp Mode for Diesel Trucks Low on DEF

The United States Environmental Protection Agency has changed its tune on diesel trucks under the current administration. Whereas previous versions of the EPA pursued massive penalties and even ...
Transport Topics

EPA to Curb DEF Shutdowns in New and Existing Trucks

[Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.] The Environmental Protection Agency is directing truck manufacturers to revise software in new and existing trucks to prevent engine ...
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EPA administrator announces power-loss ‘fix’ for diesel exhaust fluid systems

DES MOINES, Iowa (IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH) - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin announced guidance Tuesday for engine and equipment manufacturers to prevent sudden shutdowns ...
Daily Journal

Federal DEF rule change benefits Whiteland waste company

Nick Davis of Freedom Dumpsters LCC spoke with federal officials about an issue he was having with diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) systems, which led to a rule change from the U.S. Environmental Protection ...
Truckinginfo

EPA Acts to Curb Sudden DEF-Related Diesel Engine Derates

The Environmental Protection Agency announced it is taking actions to ease the frustration and disruptions around sudden “derates” of diesel engines when they run out of diesel exhaust fluid or have a ...
Transport Topics

EPA Gives Engine Makers 30 Days to Provide DEF System Data

The data collected will allow EPA to independently evaluate ongoing system failures. As of Feb. 2, engine manufacturers have 30 days to provide EPA with data on model years 2016, 2019 and 2023 ...