Five years after World War II ended, it became apparent to the railroads that steam locomotives were not the motive power of ...

The SD70ACS is equipped with the EMD 710-T1 fuel-efficient diesel engine and the EM2000 microprocessor locomotive control system. These units are also equipped with the FIRE™ display system.

“EMD has invested extensively in engine development and proprietary technologies to meet worldwide exhaust emissions standards while increasing performance throughout the life of the engine. In fact, ...

For decades, Americans all over the country have taken rides in trains pulled by a legend and perhaps didn’t even know it. The Electro-Motive Division F40PH series has served as the backbone of ...

A look at rare diesel locomotives still in regular service and the dwindling fleet of these unique and historic workhorses.

When EMD were unable to provide a suitable locomotive, Freightliner approached GE instead. “They were keen to work with us to develop something for the UK market,” said Mr Shakerley.

Caterpillar Inc. of Peoria, the world’s largest maker of construction equipment, said Tuesday that it agreed to buy locomotive manufacturer Electro-Motive Diesel Inc. of La Grange for $820 mi… ...

Caterpillar Inc. agreed to buy a U.S. maker of railroad locomotives Tuesday for $820-million (U.S.) in cash, expanding its rail business from service into engine manufacturing. The world's largest ...