The diesel electric drive systems have been used on many forms of mining, earth moving, and heavy construction machines for decades. Its only closest rival is the full hydrostatic drive systems which are more suited to the smaller classes of machinery.

For high power with outstanding durability and efficiency the diesel electric drive train has proven itself to be the most cost effective and efficient system for large equipment given its ability to have high torque and power plus full dynamic and regenerative braking with the least maintenance involved.

Auto manufactures should do far more development in using either of these technologies!