first post 1/2 ton diesel

[Slingblade]

Yup, like how close the price of a Dakota is to a 1500. If you want a Dakota, why not just buy a 1500 Hemi. Near same price, features and gas milage. I can see a Diesel 1500 being so close to 2500 with a Diesel that alot will just buy a 2500.

 

[Regcabguy]

V-8 Cummins.

A Cummins tech here drove a V-8 Cummins powered 1/2 ton Dodge several years ago. He reported that it hauled tail but r+r would be a nightmare. Hopefully Dodge will have mercy on the owners and techs. My neighbor installed an inbed tank in his '03 Ford and crossed the border for a fillup. Took him 20 minutes as it was 3:00 AM. Right around $2. 10 gallon. The "Greens" are misguided in their attempt to eliminate the internal combustion engine. So many jobs are intertwined with fossil fuel usage. A slow methodic approach is essential.

 

[Matt400]

Where can I get diesel for $3. 60 :-{} $4. 00 here in maine now... .

4. 29 here but no worries cuz thats . 21 per mile in the CTD vs our Liberty at 3. 89 for regular still costs us . 24 per mile.



Those hoping for 25+ mpg out of a 1/2 ton wont see it with lift kits, big tires and such.

 

[CumminsBu]

If is sad to believe that with the high price of diesel will screw the development on the light dieseL in 1/2 ton, mid size truck and small cars. I always wonder in the price of diesel was raise higher than gas to help the auto manufactures with millions of dollars they have spent on hybrid technologies. For I don't know, but maybe so they can get a return on their investment, because it is so easy to make a diesel car so efficient vs running a car on batteries.

 

[ColoradoKing]

I am sure that the writing is on the wall regarding introduction of diesel engines across North America. Europe is over 50% diesel in passenger vehicles now. Most of the other continents run strong fleets of diesel vehicles. We're staring to see positive signs that other manufacturers will bring their diesels over once they can meet the emissions criteria.



I believe CATCRACKER is right: Oil companies drive the prices to max their profit. I'm sure the oil barons are helping to support strict gov't emissions standards. They are also artificially inflating diesel costs. Why? Because they win on both accounts:



A. the technology to meet standards for clean burning diesel emissions is still developing, requiring an increase in displacement to meet power requirements (with a corresponding increase in fuel consumption - e. g. 6. 7L); and



B. By driving up the prices, they maximize their profit on fuel sales, while concurrently discouraging people from driving or buying diesel engined vehicles.



Ultimately, the consumer will decide. If we're smart enough, one day we'll all be driving diesels or hybrids of some sort, with the gasoline crowd shrinking to the minority. In the meantime, I'm going to increase my shares in OPEC, Shell, EXXON and whomever else is taking me for a ride. At least I'll feel like I'm getting in on the game.