John Vancil
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The Importance of Reefer Fueling for Food Safety in Refrigerated Transport
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Rhino Fuel
A refrigerated trailer can quickly become a great risk due to fuel shortages. When reefer units stop, the temperatures increase immediately, endangering food shipments. Even short-term power interruptions will cause spoilage, rejected loads, and regulatory issues. That’s why reefer fueling for food safety is the backbone that retains the cold chain. It can also ensure…
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Should Your Fleet Switch to Hybrid Reefer Units? Pros and Cons
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Rhino Fuel
Cold-chain fleet operations are facing increasing fuel prices. Through a combination of diesel and electricity, hybrid reefer units conserve fuel in some instances. For instance, when they are at rest or when the demand is low. Thus, if you compare traditional diesel vs. hybrid reefer units, the latter are more appealing. However, switching is not…
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Why After-Hours Service Matters for Cold Chain Fleets?
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Rhino Fuel
When a refrigerated trailer breaks down at a remote distribution hub late at night, there’s no option to pause operations until business hours resume. Temperature-controlled logistics rely on uninterrupted temperature control from origin to destination. So, any sort of delay, such as an unexpected reefer shutdown or a delay in reefer fuel delivery, can translate…
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Top 7 Most Common Generator Problems in Cold Weather and How to Avoid Them
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Rhino Fuel
The production efficiency of the factories and industrial sites decreases during a power outage and their expenses increase. This illustrates the crucial importance of the power supply for all businesses. Companies see generators as a critical backup support. This is why their demand is skyrocketing, reaching USD 43.63 billion in 2025. However, businesses usually don’t…
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Fuel Stabilizer for Generator: Do You Really Need Them?
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Rhino Fuel
Have you ever seen a generator refuse to start on a normal day? No storm. No outage. No empty tank. The engine looks fine. The fuel gauge shows plenty. Still, nothing happens. That moment leaves many owners confused. Mechanical faults get blamed first, and empty fuel comes next. But, neither turns out to be true.…
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Why Cold-Chain Fleets Depend on Diesel-Powered Reefer Units
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Rhino Fuel
Temperature control is the death or survival of cold-chain fleets. A single piece of equipment malfunction can ruin thousands of dollars’ worth of perishable items before a driver even gets to the next destination. That is why the majority of operators use diesel-powered reefer units because they ascertain consistent cooling across long-haul routes, harsh weather,…
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Fleet Fueling vs Gas Station Fueling: Which Is Cheaper in 2026?
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Rhino Fuel
Gas station fueling looks convenient until you add up the time your fleet spends leaving its route, waiting in line, and tracking receipts. Multiply that across dozens of drivers and hundreds of fueling stops, and the real cost becomes clear. In 2026 — with higher labor rates, tighter delivery windows, and unstable retail pump prices…
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Why Are Diesel Engines Used for Heavy Equipment?
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Rhino Fuel
If you look across any job site, farm, mine, or construction project, the machines doing the toughest work almost always run on diesel. Excavators, loaders, dozers, cranes, graders, and skid-steers depend on diesel engines because they deliver the torque, reliability, and fuel efficiency needed for long days and heavy loads. Diesel engines aren’t just a…
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How to Get the Best Price When Buying Diesel in Bulk
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Rhino Fuel
Fuel costs can make or break your operating budget, especially for companies running trucks, heavy equipment, or generators every day. When prices rise, it hits fleets immediately. Buying diesel in bulk is one of the most reliable ways to take control of your fuel spend, smooth out price swings, and keep operations moving without overspending.…
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What Are the Advantages of Bulk Fuel Delivery for Fleets?
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Rhino Fuel
Every minute your fleet spends at a gas station is a minute that vehicle isn’t on the road. For fleet managers who handle tight delivery windows, rising fuel costs, and unpredictable schedules, that lost time adds up fast. If you’ve wondered what are the advantages of bulk fuel delivery for fleets, the short answer is…
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7 Best Practices to Prevent Freezing DEF During Winter Ops
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Rhino Fuel
When winter arrives, most fleet managers think about diesel gelling and cold starts — but one system that’s often overlooked is the one most sensitive to cold: Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF). Because DEF freezes at just 12°F (−11°C), it’s usually the first product on your yard to seize up when temperatures drop. Frozen DEF can…
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What is Fuel Polishing and why it Matters for Emergency Generator Tanks
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Rhino Fuel
When the power goes out, your generator is only as reliable as the fuel inside it — and contaminated fuel can shut everything down when it matters most. Diesel stored for months or years slowly breaks down. Water settles at the bottom, microbes form along tank walls, and sludge builds until filters clog. This is…