The Mid-range Diesel Engine Market
The diesel engine market is a very complex one, but it can be broken down into three basic categories: light-, medium- and heavy-duty. These categories could then be broken down further into on-highway, off-highway and agricultural. In 2004 roughly 1.5 million new diesel engines were produced in North America, a whopping 79.6 percent of which
New Clean Diesel Technology
With gasoline prices in the U.S. bouncing around the two dollars per gallon mark, record high oil prices and growing uncertainty over the price and availability of future oil supplies, any new technology that can give consumers more bang for their buck should be welcomed. Domestic vehicle manufacturers have virtually abandoned further development of electric
Light Pro Stock 540 cid Small Block John Deere Engine
Maybe it was the level of detailing and polish? Maybe it was the giant turbo? Maybe it was the size and green color? Maybe it was just because this is an awesome Light Pro Stock 540 cid small block John Deere engine, so we stopped to find out more about the build done by VG Motorsports!
Turbocharged 5.9L Cummins Engine
At Back Bay Diesel Performance, repair and performance work are taken very seriously. Those capabilities are often showcased through custom shop builds, like shop owner Adam Nichols’ own turbocharged 5.9L Cummins engine for his personal drag truck. Check it out!
Compound-Turbo 6.0L Powerstroke Engine
Justin Gerebizza acquired a fully built ‘06 F-350 looking to achieve the 1,000-hp mark with a compound-turbo 6.0L Powerstroke engine. This Diesel of the Week is even more impressive when you realize it was built in 2015.
Chase Wells’ Turbocharged 6.8L Cummins Engine
Chase Wells and his team at 1 Way Diesel Performance are capable of all sorts of different diesel builds from show stoppers to all-out race vehicles. This week, we highlight one of Chase’s own trucks, which features a single-turbo 6.8L Cummins engine! Check it out.
A New Take on the Rotary Engine
What if we could design a new rotary engine that addresses certain limitations without violating the laws of physics? This is what LiquidPiston has been working at for over a decade.
First-of-its-Kind Compound-Turbo L5P Duramax Engine
While incredibly rewarding, nothing about this L5P Duramax build was easy for Lead Foot Diesel Performance – everything was custom or a first. From the billet crank to the one-off compound turbos, this L5P Duramax is impressive. Check it out!
415 cid Billet Cummins Engine in a Pro275 Cadillac
Ring Racing owner Jared Ring revealed a metamorphosis to this 2016 Cadillac ATS-V last week. The Cadillac is now equipped with radial tires and a 415 cid Cummins engine built by Freedom Racing Engines, and the combo just competed at Lights Out 15.
Turbocharged 5.9L Cummins Engine
As an industrial millwright, Devan Leeds has a lot of knowledge and skills with his hands. He’s also a thrill seeker when it comes to high-speed vehicles. Case in point, his ’03 Ram 2500, which features a rowdy, turbocharged 5.9L Cummins engine under the hood. Check it out!
Triple-Turbo 6.4L Cummins Super Stock Engine
Addicted Performance Diesel prioritizes performance and specializes in reinforcing engines and transmissions for both daily use and high-performance racing. Just take a look at shop owner Jason Stott’s personal Super Stock pulling truck with a triple-turbo 6.4L Cummins engine in it.
1,500-HP 6.7L Cummins-Powered Cuda
The Plymouth Hemi Cuda is a quintessential muscle car for many gear heads. But who knew swapping a compound turbo 6.7L Cummins into a Cuda could make it even cooler? Randy Weaver of Weaver Customs did just that. Check out what went into this unique build!
Turbocharged and Nitrous-Boosted LB7 Duramax Engine
Wyatt Stengel’s 1970 GMC K15 is a cherished family heirloom. However, that didn’t stop him from turning it into a drag racing powerhouse thanks to an upgraded LB7 Duramax engine. Check out what went into the four-year project that blends aesthetics and horsepower.
Stanadyne to Debut New Performance Product Line at PRI
Stanadyne, a global fuel and air management systems supplier, will officially unveil its new performance products, systems, and solutions portfolio at the 2023 PRI Show. The company’s new performance products will be on display at its booth (#2943) in the convention center’s Yellow Hall. “We are using our first time exhibiting at the PRI Show
Compound-Turbo “Shredder” 5.9L Cummins Engine
Like any sensible diesel guy, Chris Voorheis got a small taste of diesel performance and immediately wanted more. His 2006 Mega Cab went from a daily driver to a sled puller to now a formidable drag racing vehicle thanks to a compound-turbo “Shredder” 5.9L Cummins from Industrial Injection. Check out what went into the build!
Turbocharged LML Durmax Dragster
Everybody loves a good diesel dragster! Paul Vasko’s is an LML Duramax, complete with a GT55 turbo, a heap of nitrous, and a number of other additions that make this build an absolute powerhouse.
The Best of Both Worlds: Twin-Charged Engines
Not to be confused with twin-turbocharging, twin-charging is the innovative combination of a supercharger and a turbocharger. It’s nothing new – Lancia, Nissan and Volkswagen were among the first to use the combination back in the ‘80s, but it’s hardly common today.
Turbocharged 6.0L Powerstroke Engine
This 6.0L Powerstroke is the first race-build from owner Connor Wagner and the team at Wagner Diesel Solutions. They ran it this year at the Ultimate Callout Challenge. Check it out!
Turbocharged 6.7L Cummins Engine
Walking through the pits at the 2023 Ultimate Callout Challenge, we had to stop at the Maverick Diesel tent to check out their 6.7L Cummins engine on display. You can check it out here!
Nitrous Update
The use of nitrous oxide in diesel engines is not a new concept. In fact, it has been used in drag racing for decades. However, it is only in recent years that it has gained widespread popularity in the worlds of diesel truck pulling and drag racing. Now, it seems as if almost everyone in the competitive scene is using it.
