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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 Staff / 2026-05-18 / 1min

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.