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3000 BCE
Solid wheel cart
Around 5000 years ago, the solid wheel was invented in central Asia/Middle East by the Mesopotamians. The wheels were made of solid wood. -
Steam tractor
In 1769, the steam tractor was invented in France by the Frenchman Nicolas Cugnot. It was very heavy and unstable. -
Steam train
In 1804, the steam train was invented in England by Richard Trevithick. George and his son Robert won a competition to invent the fastest steam train. -
Internal combustion engine and petrol car.
In 1859, the internal combustion engine and petrol car was invented in Germany by Karl Benz. The first petrol powered car. -
Diesel engine
In 1900s, the diesel engine was invented in Germany by Rudolf Diesel. The diesel enginers were also replacing the steam train.