Turbo Trouble: How Turbochargers Work
Turbochargers are great for adding power to any gas or diesel-powered engine, but are especially useful in small displacement engines. The boost to airflow that a turbocharger provides increases the breathing efficiency of the engine for more horsepower and torque. The 2015 Ford Fusion typifies how automakers are using turbos to squeeze more power out
MINI Turbocharger Failure Caused By Oil Supply Line Blockage
Affected Models: R55 (Cooper Clubman S) with N14 engine R56 (Cooper S) with N14 engine R57 (Cooper S Convertible) with N14 engine *Vehicles produced up to Dec. 15, 2009 Condition: The customer complains of loss of performance and turbocharger noise. Cause: The turbocharger oil supply may be restricted, causing oil starvation and resulting in the
BorgWarner Builds 5 Millionth Turbocharger In China
BorgWarner has built its 5 millionth turbocharger at its manufacturing facility in Ningbo, China. Since 2005, the plant has produced a variety of turbochargers for passenger cars and commercial vehicles. Customers include global as well as domestic vehicle makers. Engineered to improve fuel economy, reduce emissions and enhance performance, BorgWarner’s advanced turbocharging technology is in
Tech Tip: Clogged Oil Line Leads To Chrysler/Dodge Turbocharger Failure
Extreme temperatures cause the oil circulating through the turbocharger oil feed line to burn. The coked oil buildup restricts oil flow, which leads to turbocharger failure. The oil line may appear fine externally.
Honeywell Using Racing Experience To Fine-Tune Turbochargers For Global Market
Honeywell Turbo Technologies is using its experiences in racing to fine-tune the performance and durability of its turbochargers. The company pushes its motorsport turbo applications to the absolute limit on roads and racetracks around the world, with the aim of improving its products.
Component Connection: The Mod Squad – Boosting Engine Power With Turbochargers And Superchargers
The power that a naturally aspirated engine can make is limited by its displacement and how efficiently you can make it breathe with cylinder head, camshaft and induction system modifications. The engine can only inhale so much air because the atmospheric force that’s pushing air into the engine is only 14.7 lbs. per square inch at sea level. To make matters worse, atmospheric pressure decreases with elevation. Air density also decreases with temperature because hot air is thinner than cold air.
BorgWarner Turbocharger Powers New Hyundai 1.6-Liter Turbo-GDI Engine
BorgWarner supplies its leading turbocharging technology for Hyundai’s new 1.6-liter turbocharged gasoline direct injection (T-GDI) engine. Available in the U.S. for the Veloster Turbo passenger car, the turbocharged engine features a maximum output of 150 kW (204 HP), an increase of 46 percent compared with Hyundai’s standard 1.6-liter GDI engine. The Veloster Turbo has also been available in Europe since October 2012.
Honeywell Turbochargers Help Chevrolet Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel Post Industry-Best 46 mpg In Highway Driving
Honeywell turbochargers are a vital component of the soon-to-be-released 2014 Chevrolet Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel that will get an industry-best 46 mpg in highway driving, setting the bar higher for fuel efficiency and emissions control, according to the company.
Turbocharger Technology Continues to Improve
With the ability to increase fuel economy by up to 20% on gas vehicles and up to 40% on diesel vehicles, manufacturers have resorted to turbochargers to compensate for lowered engine displacement. Additionally, the improvements on turbocharging technology have increased the number of turbocharged vehicles on American roads. Some turbocharger manufacturers have even projected the number of turbocharged vehicles in the U.S. to quadruple in the next five years.
Tech Tip: Turbocharger Installation Tips and Hints
Ninety percent of all turbocharger failures are caused by preventable problems or adverse operating conditions. Because of the close tolerances and clearances of these units, and the high speeds at which they operate, it is imperative that they are installed correctly and maintained properly.