History Of The Diesel Car
Diesel engines began to be used in automobiles in the 1930s. Mainly used for commercial applications early on, they did not gain popularity for passenger travel until their development in Europe in the 1960s. Diesel cars continue to develop into highly desired, high performance vehicles given their simplicity, their ability to be made environmentally friendly while retaining power and performance.
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