Diesel

Nine Years Later: Diesel Brothers Endure Ongoing Legal Battle Over Emissions Controversy

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SALT LAKE CITY — After nearly a decade of legal battles, David Sparks, known to fans as Heavy D from the reality show Diesel Brothers, continues to face a lawsuit stemming from allegations of emissions violations tied to his business, Sparks Motors LLC. The lawsuit was initiated nine years ago by the Utah Physicians for a Healthy Environment, a group of activists seeking to hold Sparks accountable amid escalating concerns about air quality in the region. The core of the lawsuit accuses Sparks and his employees of tampering with emissions control devices on diesel trucks, … Read more

Trial Date Set for Man Accused of Stealing Thousands in Diesel from Newton Co-Op

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NEWTON, Iowa — A Pleasant Hill man is facing charges in a case involving the theft of over $2,000 worth of diesel fuel from a Newton-based business. Authorities have scheduled a jury trial for December 9 for 32-year-old Keiny Carreras Rodriguez, who is charged with multiple felonies including second-degree theft, identity theft, and unauthorized use of a credit card. District Court Judge Steven Holwerda set the trial date following the allegations against Rodriguez, relating to incidents that reportedly took place between late August and early September this year. According to Newton Police Captain Chris Wing, … Read more

Omaha to Host Pioneering Sustainable Fuels Summit in 2025: A Closer Look at Advancements in SAF and Renewable Diesel

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Omaha, Nebraska — Industry leaders and innovators will converge at the CHI Health Center from June 9-11, 2025, for the highly anticipated Sustainable Fuels Summit. This event marks a significant gathering for stakeholders in the biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) sectors. The summit, organized by Biodiesel Magazine and SAF Magazine, serves as a platform for exploring advanced process technologies, innovative techniques, and state-of-the-art equipment to enhance production efficiency and fuel quality. The Sustainable Fuels Summit aims to fortify industry relationships and foster new collaborations by bringing together technology providers, equipment vendors, consultants, … Read more

Omaha to Host Major Summit on Next-Gen Biofuels: Focusing on Sustainable Aviation Fuel and Renewable Diesel Innovations

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Omaha, Nebraska – From June 9 to 11, 2025, the Sustainable Fuels Summit will take center stage at the CHI Health Center, drawing industry leaders and innovators in the fields of biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This key event serves as a hub for exchanging advanced technologies, innovative methods, and impactful strategies that aim to optimize production and boost efficiency in the production of these essential fuels. The summit, produced by both Biodiesel Magazine and SAF Magazine, brings together a diverse lineup of technology providers, equipment vendors, consultants, and engineers. These experts … Read more