There’s nothing more guaranteed to excite a grizzled old railway enthusiast than the sight of a steam locomotive. The original main-line rail propulsion technology still clings on in a few places, but ...

To celebrate 50 years since D1015 Western Champion hauled its last trains for BR, on 23rd May it will haul a special rail ...

North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) will host a four-day diesel gala, showcasing British diesel heritage across its scenic ...

The Swanage Railway’s upcoming Diesel Gala and Beer Festival is set to feature nine locomotives. The event runs from the 8th ...

A “UK-first” intercity battery trial train proved that single battery technology can outperform diesel engines cost-effectively. Hitachi Rail, Angel Trains, and TransPennine Express just wrapped up ...

A real train lover can’t help but feel drawn to the gritty strength of a diesel motor. Though today leans into silent, sleek ...

Much to delight of railway enthusiasts, diesel engines clag and snarl and belch out fumes, much to the consternation of just wanted to get to work on time. While the majority of high-speed railway ...

You may be surprised to learn that, when you look at a massive, modern locomotive hauling miles of freight, you are looking at an electric vehicle. Contemporary locomotives have huge electric traction ...