Most engine designers will agree that turbocharging is the answer if you're looking for absolute maximum horsepower from a given engine. While supercharging and nitrous oxide still hold more charm ...

Diesel engines are renowned for their ruggedness, torque-heavy power, and workhorse dependability — not exactly the characteristics linked to high-revving, supercharged excitement. But in a world ...

The year is 2014. Superchargers are a well-known, belt-driven power adder used in a variety of high-performance applications, from the Ford Shelby GT500 to the Jaguar F-Type. It's been two decades or ...

If you want to make a sleeper, then you’re gonna need power, and if you want power, then one of the most common solutions is an unholy amount of boost, either from a supercharger or a turbocharger.

There's no denying that supercharging and turbocharging engines is becoming more and more popular every day. Substantial increases in horsepower and torque, along with stock-like driveability make ...

Using compressed air as a power adder (supercharger) is in vogue again! Younger readers may be wondering what we mean by this and argue that forcing super-cold, highly pressurized air into an engine’s ...

Justin Pritchard is a seasoned Sudbury, Ontario-based automotive journalist, producer, and technical writer. With a passion for cars and a talent for storytelling, he's established himself as a ...