Supercharged Jags pay homage to their exalted heritage Jan 2, 2009
The car comes in four versions - a coupe and convertible in XK livery and the same cars as XKR. The XK has the normally aspirated 300-horsepower version, and the XKR adds 120 more horses with the aforementioned supercharger ... You hear a distinctive rush from the supercharger, that sudden sucking in of air, and then the exhaust starts screaming at you, "Corvette Z06! You hear that? Listen up!" Try it sometime in a tunnel. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Promise Them Anything Dec 11, 2008
Among the many other pending developments are "twin charging," meaning two turbochargers or a turbocharger paired with a supercharger, to get more power and greater fuel efficiency out of smaller motors. We are seeing more motors with direct injection, a fuel-injection system that improves efficiency. (Forbes -- Business)
Lightweight larks Dec 2, 2008
8 with forced-induction via a belt-driven supercharger swelling its outputs to an impressive 135kW at 5500rpm, and 240Nm of torque available from 2800-5000rpm. Wed figured that torque peak would actually arrive earlier given the nature of the supercharger and its long-held advantages over the (gas-driven) turbocharger configuration. (iAfrica.com)
Look under the skin Nov 28, 2008
Despite having such a small capacity, its turbo-charger winds it up to a capability of 110kW of power and 240Nm of torque, while a supercharger works at low revs to get it off the mark free of that dreaded turbo-lag. It works just as well in practice as it does in theory despite having a tonne-and-a-half to pull, it gets off the line with absolutely no hesitation and continues to pull strongly throughout the rev range. (iAfrica.com)
Luxury automakers broaden horizons Nov 4, 2008
Like the BMW, the new version of the A6 displaces three litres and is force fed, but its six pistons are set in Audi's traditional vee format and instead of the twin turbos, there's a supercharger doing all the huffing. Initial reports indicate that the Audi V-6's numbers output are similar to the 535Xi's with around 300 h.p. and 310 ft-lbs of torque. (The Province)
Corvette ZR1: Perfect power Oct 25, 2008
Now the four-lobe Eaton supercharger is fully angered, the gas is pouring down the V8 gullet, and the exhaust flaps are wide open. Can you hear me now. (Boston Globe)
2010 Chevrolet Camaro priced: LS $22995, SS $30995 Oct 13, 2008
"World-class performance, American heritageBuilt on GM's new, global rear-wheel-drive architecture, the Camaro is offered in V-6-powered LS and LT models, as well as the V-8-powered SS. All models and powertrain combinations are matched with fuel-saving six-speed transmissions. Advanced technologies, including engines with direct injection and Active Fuel Management, enable a satisfying balance of exhilarating performance and good fuel economy.Camaro product highlights also include: * Sleek... (Autoblog)
This blows the cobwebs off Caddy's image Sep 21, 2008
This one, with a more Cadillac-like eight cylinders, and really big ones at that, and a very un-Cadillac-like supercharger, consumes fuel at an absolutely prodigious rate at least while propelling itself over the blind-crested kink in the tony Monticello Motor Club's main straight in fifth gear at better than 200 km/h ... Helping it make its 556 hp at 6,100 rpm and 551 lb-ft of torque at 3,800 rpm is an Eaton-type supercharger with intercooler. (Globe and Mail)
Australia's first electric sports car? Sep 9, 2008
8-litre Toyota engine with a supercharger clapped on, the engine of choice for Bolwell is the same as Lotus' choice for the just-revealed Evora four-seat grand tourer - Toyota's versatile 3 ... Bolwell has strapped on a larger supercharger than the Eaton unit that Toyota uses in the 241 kW, 400 Nm TRD Aurion, stepping up the engine's performance accordingly. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Cadillac STS vs Audi A6 4.2 and Chrysler 300C Aug 14, 2008
2 but with a supercharger. Instead the 300C engine is bequeathed with little in Eurocentric engineering terms. (iAfrica.com)
Southern Ariz. man drag races on Speed TV channel Jul 18, 2008
Rohlinger leases a small garage just north of Huachuca City from Terry and Bob Woods, who work right across the gravel parking lot at The Supercharger Store where they build custom ProChargers that are shipped to drivers inside and outside of the United States. Their store doesn't advertise. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Turn your humble ride into a hybrid Jun 14, 2008
VS Composites' $4,000 Electrocharger, due in 2009, also works with any conventional car, including ones whose engines have a turbocharger or supercharger good news for car enthusiasts, who seek out such engines for the added power and acceleration they bring. The Electrocharger improves fuel economy in city driving by almost 60 percent by replacing a vehicles alternator with an electric generator, says Michael Van Steenburg, of VS Composites, based in Selma, Texas. (MSNBC -- Business)
2008 Lotus Elise SC May 24, 2008
Inches behind your head, the supercharger pressurizing the air into the Toyota-supplied engine howls like an F6 tornado, a rush of noise that transcends the minuscule proportions and humble origins of the power plant. Coupled to a short-throw, six-speed gearbox that operates with bolt-action feel, if not precision, the flexible motor needs little more than third and fourth gears to move the Elise SC down nearly any road shorter than a freeway. (Fox News -- Politics)
This mid-life crisis comes with 540 horsepower May 3, 2008
4 litres (331 cubic inches) would be a tough chore, but there's help from a supercharger that forces in additional air and fuel to make the engine think it's actually much bigger than it really is. The result. (The Gazette (Montreal))
More vehicles prefer premium gas Apr 14, 2008
Sign up to receive our free Cars e-newsletter and get the top news of the day in your inbox. Get breaking news in your inbox as it happens. (USA Today -- Money)
First drive: TRD HiLux Apr 9, 2008
As with the TRD Aurion, the TRD HiLux s engine performance is boosted by the addition of an Eaton supercharger (although different types) ... There s noticeable supercharger whine, but the most disappointing aspect is the uninspiring, droning exhaust note. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Avro 720 Mirage Ford GT Mar 20, 2008
A Whipple supercharger, Accufab throttle body and inlet sleeve, and an Accufab exhaust system with ceramic-coated tips contribute to the performance gains. The running gear has been upgraded to match the boost in power: the front and rear track is 5mm wider than the standard car. (Classic Driver)
Meet the 720bhp Ford GT Mar 18, 2008
Power comes from an uprated supercharger attached to the GTs 5. 4-litre mid-mounted V8, delivering 720bhp at 6950rpm and 627lb ft of torque at 4800rpm. (Autocar)
Drive It Forever Mar 16, 2008
A. Not exactly - though, with the supercharger, there is enough cylinder pressure at wide-open throttle to cause detonation using low-octane gas. Your engine, like virtually all modern, fuel-injected engines, has a knock sensor. (Boston Globe)
Caterham catapult Mar 15, 2008
Strap a supercharger on top and the output blows out to about 370 kW, the equivalent of more than 700 kW a tonne, within cooee of a formula one car. Last year's formula one cars each weighed about 600 kilograms and turned out about 580 kW from their 2. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
The Gold In Automotive Green Mar 8, 2008
Given the upcoming mileage standards, automakers will have little choice but to convert hefty trucks such as the Yukon to sophisticated hybrids, diesels or vehicles with smaller motors boosted with a turbocharger or supercharger. The mandate of 35 mpg most likely will spur additional technology-sharing agreements among automakers, like the two-mode hybrid. (Forbes)
Saving fuel, no hybrid required Mar 2, 2008
If in doubt, look for terms such as "for best performance" and "recommended" as opposed to "only" or "required." If your car has a turbocharger or supercharger, you probably should stick with premium fuel. Of course, if your car calls for regular gasoline, there's no reason to run it on anything higher in octane. (Boston Globe)
New cat era| Feb 26, 2008
And I particularly enjoyed the orange seats matching orange stitching in the black Supercharger I drove today, while the all-new JaguarSense system introduces neat proximity-sensing controls for overhead console lights and the glovebox release. XF of course boasts an advanced eight-speaker surround-sound system with a brilliant Bowers ns set-up in the flagship models, while Bluetooth, optional iPod and MP3 player connectivity and a portable audio device auxiliary port all come ready to go with... (iAfrica.com)
Infiniti G35 and G37 Modifications Feb 19, 2008
Two other popular options are adding either an aftermarket turbo setup or an aftermarket supercharger. One of the big names in aftermarket forced induction options for the Infiniti G coupe is the Stillen supercharger ... The Stillen supercharger comes in four stages, each offering a different power ratio. (Suite101.com)
Mercedes prototype revealed Feb 1, 2008
The V8 currently has power and torque outputs of up to 386kW and 630Nm respectively, although a turbocharger or supercharger could be added to send even more power to the SLC s rear wheels. Mercedes 460kW 5. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Cool cars to look for at Detroit Auto Show Jan 12, 2008
To keep the car from getting bogged down by the extra weight of the supercharger and its attendant cooling apperatus, engineers spared no expense in trmming as much mass as possible from the rest of the car. That black roof is made from expensive carbon fiber as are the hood and fenders. (CNN -- Money)
Read story and watch video Jan 8, 2008
A whining sound comes from under the hood as the supercharger turns, 17,000 revolutions per minute. "My friends tell me it sounds like a jet going down the runway," Robinson says. (Albany Times Union)
2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 to top 200mph Dec 29, 2007
2L small-block engine uses a large, positive-displacement Roots-type supercharger with a new, four-lobe rotor design ... The sixth-generation supercharger developed by Eaton helps the LS9 make big power and torque at lower rpm and carries it in a wide arc to 6,600 rpm, as it pushes enough air to help the engine maintain power through the upper levels of the rpm band. (Gizmag)
Hyundai i30 voted best car by Carsguide readers Nov 23, 2007
A supercharger and a turbocharger under one bonnet. Don't ask about its engine capacity because at 1. (Sunday Times.au)
Promises, Promises Nov 21, 2007
Another technology based on a refinement of conventional engines is the use of two turbochargers (or a turbo and supercharger). One boosts power during low-speed acceleration, and the other charger kicks in for acceleration at higher speeds. (Forbes -- Business)
Bespoken power| Oct 16, 2007
But those living along the coast will feel the benefits of the 17 or so percent extra oxygen available there, which will allow the normally aspirated engine to redeem itself, while the 55 remains more or less at the same bar rating it had at altitude via its clever supercharger. Problem is that only some 30 percent of South Africas population live at these seaboard climes. (iAfrica.com)
A Cadillac that pumps out power Sep 1, 2007
V-badging and a sporty mesh grille are the telltale giveaways, along with a prominent bump in the hood that makes way for the supercharger. The exterior's sharp lines continue inside, even amid elegant touches. (Boston Globe)
Revealed - The All-New 2009 Jaguar XF Aug 28, 2007
The supercharged version uses a highly efficient rotor-type supercharger that develops 420bhp and 408 lb.-ft. of torque. (PR Newswire)
Local retailers find big profit in the aftermarket Jun 24, 2007
Ronnie Middleton, performance salesman at Rick's Pro Truck in Jackson, custom installs a Vortech supercharger kit to a 2007 Dodge Charger SRT.. Ask anyone behind the parts counter why there's such demand for automotive accessories, and they'll give you the same answer. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Bugatti Grand Prix Winner Jun 8, 2007
Bugatti's own supercharger was based upon the Moglia prototype and fitted to his three entries for the French Grand Prix ... Overall, 4802 retains all its main mechanical components, save for its larger radiator and supercharger, both of which are major enhancements. (BusinessWeek)
Forza Motorsport 2 review Jun 5, 2007
Strap on a supercharger, and you can detect the whine on top of all the other mechanical noises. You'll definitely want a surround sound system connected to your 360 to take full advantage. (Ars Technica)
For all race drivers, may the Forza be with you Jun 5, 2007
Typically, a driving game of this complexity would turn me off - I barely know how to change a tire, let alone expound on the finer points of a centrifugal supercharger. Yet, the inclusion of such upgrades helps accomplish a rare feat among racing games: It satisfies the hard-core driving crowd while keeping the experience fulfilling for those who just want to race. (Newsday -- Entertainment)
Supercharged Shelby May 4, 2007
It's the first and only 1965 GT350 to have the Paxton supercharger, which was offered as an option in 1966. This GT350 was also used for 1966 research and analysis. (BusinessWeek)
* Hydrogen: The gas guzzler's alternative Apr 29, 2007
Lapetz characterized the modifications necessary to tailor Ford's Triton V-10 to run on hydrogen as "fairly minor." A supercharger was added to feed additional air ... The supercharger sounds like a distant police siren. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Chevrolet's Cobalt SS is a lot of car for the money Apr 27, 2007
In addition to the two main gauges on the instrument panel -- speedometer and tachometer -- there is a small gauge on the A-pillar that indicates a boost reading from the supercharger. There's nothing exciting about the gas mileage, although it's not too bad: 22 miles per gallon city and 30 highway. (Washington Times)
Experience it to believe| Apr 11, 2007
This compares with the previous best of 193 of the Merc SL65 AMG. However when it came to elapsed time the SL65 AMGs figures are achieved via a supercharger that does not suffer with lag on pull-off and scored 12. 72 seconds, which is marginally better than the 911 Turbo Tiptronics time of 12. (iAfrica.com)
Jaguar's New XKR: One Fine Ride Apr 6, 2007
This is thanks, in large part, to the addition of a supercharger to the XK's 4. 2-liter V-8 engine. (BusinessWeek)
Model 2007 Ford Mustang GT500 highly detailed Mar 29, 2007
It features a Roots-Type Eaton supercharger and an air-to-water intercooler. On the model, you'll see one of the most beautiful interiors ever in this particular scale. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Carmakers unleash bevy of new models at New York auto show Mar 28, 2007
He puts a supercharger on the stock Corvette 6-liter V-8 and winds up with 560 hp, vs. 400 hp in the standard model or 505 hp in the Z06 Corvette. Need more. (USA Today -- Money)
Drag racer Medlen dies of injuries Mar 25, 2007
He was a clutch and supercharger specialist, then won six national events in three years behind the wheel. Funeral arrangements haven't been announced. (Modesto Bee, CA)
A more revealing MINI Mar 24, 2007
As for the Cooper S, out goes the supercharger and in comes a twin-scroll turbocharger, resulting in 175bhp and a maximum torque of 240Nm, available across a 1,600 to 5,000rpm range. A peak of 260Nm is available during all-out acceleration, triggered by a brief increase in charge pressure (overboost). (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Hatch gets hotter| Mar 17, 2007
The easy way is by forced induction via the use of a turbocharger or supercharger, the other by true cutting-edge engine technology. Just a glance at the 7500-rpm red-lined rev-counter on the New Clio Renaultsport is enough to convince any petrol-head that Renault chose the former route. (iAfrica.com)
Gas Saving Gizmos That Really Work Feb 22, 2007
Usually, they also employ a turbocharger (a kind of fan driven by exhaust gases) or a supercharger (a similar fan driven by the engine itself) to get more air inside the chamber. Direct injection allows better control of the timing and shape of the fuel-air cloud so that it can burn more efficiently. (BusinessWeek)
Volkswagen Showcases Clean TDI, Biodiesel, and Hydrogen at Sustainability Summit Feb 9, 2007
The TSI is popular in Europe and now is being considered for use in the U.S. It uses a supercharger to provide engine boost at lower rpms and an exhaust-driven turbocharger at mid-range rpms and higher. At the Summit, VW's Touran HyMotion hydrogen fuel cell vehicle not only shows Volkswagen's interest in this zero-emission fuel, but also showcases the company's breakthrough high-temperature fuel cell. (PR Newswire)
Wheel appeal Jan 28, 2007
Cadillac fitted a supercharger to its tried and true Northstar V-8, and the result is 469 horsepower coming from the 4. 4-liter engine. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Rumble Seat VIDEO Jan 25, 2007
2-liter, 32-valve, variably timed V8 is an Eaton supercharger blowing about 8 pounds of maximum boost into the cylinders ... You'll sink deep into the leather sports seat as a deep trenchant warble comes out of the quad pipes and a steely supercharger whine colors the air. (Los Angeles Times)
BMW Hydrogen 7 Canadian Premiere at Canadian International Auto Show. Jan 19, 2007
4 litre V8 engine equipped with a Nautilus-type Supercharger and air-to-air intercooler, producing an incredible 500 horsepower @ 5,500 rpm and 516 lb-ft of torque at 4,250 rpm (European specification). Matching this magnificent engine to a ZF 6-Speed transmission, the BMW Alpina B7 provides outstanding performance, reaching 100 km/h in 4. (Canada Newswire)
E-Class, refreshed Jan 10, 2007
8-litre four-cylinder pot (and five-speed auto tranny), but figures are up thanks to a lowered compression ratio and some tweaking carried out on the supercharger the power output is now 184bhp compared to the 163bhp of old. Simultaneously, maximum torque has been increased by 10Nm, to 250Nm. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
