Diesel engines played a pivotal role in the Second Industrial Revolution and remain the backbone of industry and transport to this day. In this article, we explore their evolution from the beginning to the present.

In 1892, German engineer Rudolf Diesel invented an engine that used air compression to ignite fuel, achieving the first practical prototype in 1897. His goal was to increase efficiency compared to the steam engines that were common at the time.

By the early 20th century, diesel engines entered heavy industries such as trains, ships, and generators. Their efficiency and reliability made them a preferred choice.

In the mid-20th century, improvements like direct injection and turbocharging emerged, boosting the power and efficiency of diesel engines. They also began being used in trucks and commercial vehicles.

Today, diesel engines are cleaner thanks to emission technologies like DPF and SCR. Despite competition from electric engines, diesel remains vital in sectors requiring high power and efficiency.