# Why Did GM Sell Detroit Diesel And Who Owns The Company Today?

> Detroit Diesel started as the GM Diesel Division, formed by General Motors in 1938. It initially produced the Series 71, a two-cycle engine for military and construction use.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1985507/why-gm-sold-detroit-diesel-who-owns-company/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=68e58890e5c64975c5cf6f30)
- **Published:** 2025-10-07
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #diesel #detroit #company #engine #owns #sell #series #aimed
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