- January 27, 2026
- By Tess
- In Diesel, maintenance, Truck Repair, Vehicle Repair, Winter Driving
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Why Your Truck Feels Sluggish in Cold Weather (And How to Fix It)
If your truck feels sluggish in January with slow acceleration, reduced power, or poor throttle response, you’re not imagining it. Cold weather in Iowa affects nearly every system in your vehicle, especially diesel and high-mileage trucks. At Beyer Motorsports in Cedar Falls, we see winter performance complaints spike every January. Here’s why your truck may
- January 13, 2026
- By Tess
- In Diesel, Diesel Tips, maintenance, Winter Driving
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Winter Tips for Diesel Trucks: How to Avoid Breakdowns in January
January is often the toughest month of the year for diesel trucks in Iowa and across the Midwest. Extreme cold, icy roads, and short daylight hours put added stress on engines, fuel systems, batteries, and drivetrains. Many winter breakdowns don’t happen because something suddenly “failed”, they happen because cold weather exposes small, existing issues. At
- December 23, 2025
- By Tess
- In Diesel, maintenance, Winter Driving
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Preventing Diesel Fuel Gelling
Diesel trucks are built for power, hauling, and durability but even the toughest diesel engine can fail in extreme Iowa winter temperatures. One of the biggest cold-weather issues diesel owners face is fuel gelling, a problem that can leave your truck unable to start or stranded on the side of the road. At Beyer Motorsports
- December 9, 2025
- By Tess
- In Diagnostics, Winter Driving
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Why Your Truck Won’t Start in Freezing Weather: 7 Problems to Look For
When temperatures in Iowa drop below freezing, even perfectly running trucks can struggle to start. Cold weather puts extra strain on your battery, fuel system, sensors, and engine oil. If your truck suddenly won’t start, or cranks slowly with no ignition, there’s a good chance winter conditions are exposing a weak link somewhere in the
- November 18, 2025
- By Tess
- In Diesel, Engine, Winter Driving
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Should I Let My Truck Idle in Cold Weather? Pros, Cons & Myths
For decades, truck owners across Iowa have followed one ritual each winter: start your engine 10 to 20 minutes early and let it idle until it “warms up.” But in 2025, with modern diesel and gas engines, is idling in the cold still necessary, or are you just wasting fuel and wearing down your truck
- November 4, 2025
- By Tess
- In Diagnostics, Diesel, Heating, Truck Repair, Vehicle Repair, Winter Driving
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Truck Heater Not Working? Here’s What Might Be Wrong
If your truck’s heater is blowing cold air or not blowing at all, you’re not alone. As November temperatures drop across Iowa, we see more and more drivers coming in with heating issues in their gas and diesel trucks. Whether you’re dealing with a minor fix or a bigger issue, Beyer Motorsports in Cedar Falls
- October 21, 2025
- By Tess
- In Diesel, Engine, Truck Repair, Vehicle Repair, Winter Driving
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Cold Start Problems? Why Your Truck Struggles in Chilly Weather
When the temperature drops, starting your truck can suddenly feel like a chore. Whether it’s a gas or diesel engine, cold start issues are common during Iowa winters. At Beyer Motorsports in Cedar Falls, we often see customers come in with trucks that crank slowly, hesitate to fire up, or don’t start at all. Here
- October 7, 2025
- By Tess
- In maintenance, Truck Repair, trucking industry, Winter Driving
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Get Your Vehicle Cold Weather Ready
In Iowa, October isn’t just about pumpkin patches and harvest festivals, it’s the start of the seasonal shift into winter. As temperatures drop and the first frost rolls in, now is the time to make sure your cars and trucks are up for the challenge. Whether you drive a diesel pickup, a gas-powered vehicle, or
- September 23, 2025
- By Tess
- In Diesel, maintenance, Truck Repair
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Is Your Truck Burning More Fuel Than It Should? What It Means and How to Fix It
Whether you’re driving a diesel workhorse or a light-duty daily driver, your truck’s fuel economy can take a hit without warning. If you’re filling up more often and going fewer miles, you’re not imagining things. Fuel economy loss is a common problem we see at Beyer Motorsports in Cedar Falls and it’s often easier to
Signs Your Truck Isn’t Ready for Fall and What to Do About It
As the air turns crisp and the school buses start rolling, fall is officially on its way. For truck owners in Iowa, this change in season means more than just football games and hoodies, it’s a crucial time to make sure your vehicle is ready for the challenges cooler weather brings. At Beyer Motorsports in
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