Category: Blog – All HHP Blog Articles

Driving a truck is more than just moving freight.

It requires constant awareness, planning, and decision-making: both on the road and when you’re stopped.

For new and experienced drivers alike, the difference between a smooth operation and a stressful one often comes down to small habits and decisions made throughout the day.

Below are practical, real-world truck driver tips that help keep you safe, efficient, and consistent over time.

As I’m sure you know, turbochargers are a key component of a diesel engine. (You can learn more about them in our general guide!) They produce higher power outputs and improve the efficiency of the engine. Not to mention that they are extremely exhilarating! Whenever your engine runs, your turbo is being put to work. Making sure your turbos run smoothly and effectively can help make your engine last longer, so it should be high on your list of priorities. Check out these easy tips to help keep your turbo healthy for the long haul!

 Are you experiencing a failure in the valve guides of your diesel engine, but aren’t sure why? We’re here to take you through some of the reasons you might be having problems with the valve guides in your diesel engine.

Highway and Heavy Parts has moved to it’s new location at 5015 N Dickenson Rd in Coleman, Michigan. They are now only five minutes from US-10 between Midland and Mount Pleasant. The new location offers 10,000 square feet of warehouse, allowing HHP to increase inventory levels to a new high. The additional inventory along with improved shipping services will allow for even faster delivery times.

Your valves aid in the combustion process, letting air in and exhaust out. So when they fail, you can run into a whole host of other problems, including problems with your cylinder head. Below are some common causes of diesel engine valve failure.