Power Through Winter

When does diesel gel? And how can you protect your investment?

When temperatures drop, diesel fuel gelling can bring your hard-working engine to a standstill. Paraffin wax in the fuel starts to crystallize, clogging lines and filters — and stopping you in your tracks.

At Hot Shot’s Secret, we make products that work as hard as you do — no fillers, no fluff, just proven protection. Here are three simple, effective ways to keep your diesel running strong all winter long:

Use Heat

• Store your vehicle in a climate-controlled garage or heated space.
• Use block heaters, small space heaters, or light bulbs under/around the engine to keep it warm overnight.
• Cover with tarps and circulate heated air if needed.

Blend with Kerosene

• Mixing in kerosene lowers the freezing point of the fuel, delaying gelling.
• Be aware: this method can reduce fuel mileage and efficiency, and the blend must circulate enough to thaw any gel buildup.

Use Quality Fuel Additives

• These additives alter fuel chemistry: preventing wax crystallization, improving cold flow, dispersing water, and maintaining lubricity.
• We recommend products like EDT+ Winter Defense (for daily anti-gel protection) and Diesel Winter Rescue.
• Good additives can drop your fuel’s Cold Filter Plugging Point (CFPP) and help avoid clogged filters in extreme cold.

Bottom line:
You don’t have to risk it when the temperatures drop. Combine heat, kerosene blending (if you choose), and high-performance additives to keep your diesel flowing no matter how cold it gets.