The latest generation A5 Coupé is set to be so efficient, it will emit as little as 105g/km CO₂. Combining a turbocharged 2-litre diesel engine it has an overall weight reduction of up to 60kg to achieve the low figure.
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Continental Launches New Turbocharger Technology
Continental has developed a new gasoline turbocharger with a unique technology known as RAAX, which stands for “radial-axial”. Unlike other gasoline applications, the new innovation has a modified turbine wheel design which allows a substantial reduction of approximately 40% in the rotational moment of inertia of the turbine wheels. The new innovation, according to Continental, provides substantial improvement in response and efficiency with a robust design.
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Mustang’s European Debut
As part of Ford’s global vehicle strategy, they have launched the iconic Mustang into Europe with an option for a downsized, turbocharged 2.3L four-cylinder gasoline engine. [Source: Automotive Engineer Magazine – May’16] Continue reading “Mustang’s European Debut”
What is Electric Turbocharging?
As legislation continues to tighten, the need to improve efficiency and performance means that turbocharging alone is no longer sufficient for some high powered vehicles. Instead electric boosters are a new technology being utilised to maintain high response rates at low engine speeds.
End of the road for natural aspiration?
Ten years ago who would have thought the naturally aspirated engine would be considered as a niche market? Today, turbocharging is the dominant technology and it is now common place for diesel engines to contain one, two or even three turbochargers. Even the advocates for natural aspiration, such as Ferrari, have had to admit defeat and adopt turbocharging into their new supercar designs. So why have vehicle manufacturers lost their passion for naturally aspirated engines?
