# What Makes Diesel Engines Ideal For Long-Haul Trucking? (And Are There Any Gas-Powered Semis?)

> While the list of car brands that still use diesel engines in 2025 is increasingly small, diesel still dominates when it comes to heavy-duty trucks.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1912462/why-diesel-engine-ideal-long-haul-trucking-explained-are-any-gasoline-powered-semi-trucks/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6877f31815afc467088c570d)
- **Published:** 2025-07-16
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #diesel #engines #long #makes #duty #haul #ideal #powered
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