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Here we round up the 10 fastest diesel locomotives ever.

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After a historic drought year in 2018 that culminated in the 416 Fire, Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad owner Al Harper promised to bolster his fleet with engines that run on oil and diesel, ...

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While the documentation of diesel locomotives is extensive, Walter Simpson’s new book brings a fresh perspective to the literature. The book is an excellent primer on diesel locomotives that is ...

New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority has exercised an option with Wabtec to purchase 45 additional R255 hybrid ...

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There's a term that gets thrown around fairly frequently not just from diesel engine builders, but by automotive enthusiasts from all walks of life: "bulletproof." Simply put, "bulletproof" implies ...