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Ultra-low-sulfur diesel

Okay kiddo, today we're going to talk about ultra-low-sulfur diesel. Remember how we talked about how cars and trucks need fuel to run? Well, ultra-low-sulfur diesel is a special kind of fuel that these vehicles can use.

Now, you might be wondering why it's called "ultra-low-sulfur." That's because it has very, very, very little sulfur in it. Sulfur is a chemical that can be found in some fuels, but having too much of it can be bad for our air and environment.

So, ultra-low-sulfur diesel is better for the environment than regular diesel because it produces fewer harmful emissions. This means the air that we breathe stays cleaner and healthier for everyone.

However, making ultra-low-sulfur diesel is more complicated than making regular diesel. It takes more steps and costs more money to remove the sulfur from the fuel. But the people who make this fuel believe it's worth it because it helps protect our environment.

In summary, ultra-low-sulfur diesel is a special type of fuel that has very little sulfur in it. It's better for the environment because it produces fewer harmful emissions, but it costs more to make than regular diesel.