The modern diesel engine arguably advanced the might of the American logistics industry more than any other device in history, revolutionizing how we transport goods over long distances. And today, ...

One of the most significant contributions in the history of propulsion technology came from a 19th-century engineer named Rudolf Diesel. While his idea was patented in the 1890s, it wouldn't be until ...

The Detroit Diesel Corporation originally launched in 1938 as a division of General Motors, and its main purpose was to build a two-stroke engine that would combine power and versatility in a small ...

Detroit Diesel's engines have become iconic to motorheads due to their sheer size and power. Even the smallest six-cylinder option in the lineup can be up to 2,700 pounds, but the most iconic is the ...

Who was known as America's greatest diesel engine maker? You'd probably say Caterpillar or Cummins, but some old timers might argue that Detroit Diesel takes the crown. While this makes for a ...

Right-side view of a Detroit Diesel 6-71 engine in marine configuration - Nikonysta/Shutterstock The modern diesel engine arguably advanced the might of the American logistics industry more than any ...