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Historic 1931 Cummins Diesel Car Achieves Remarkable Feat at Indy 500

The 1931 Indy 500 witnessed a significant milestone as Cummins' Duesenberg diesel race car completed the race without needing to refuel, utilizing only $1.40 of furnace oil.

Editorial StaffMay 18, 20261 MIN READ

In an impressive display of engineering, the Cummins Duesenberg diesel race car made history at the 1931 Indianapolis 500.

Remarkably, the car finished the grueling 500-mile race without requiring any refueling, a feat that was unprecedented at the time.

The vehicle operated on just $1.40 worth of furnace oil, showcasing the potential for efficiency in racing technology.