Definition: An exhaust driven pump that compresses intake air and forces it into the combustion chambers at higher than atmospheric pressures. The increased air pressure allows more fuel to be burned and results in increased horsepower being produced.
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The History of Turbochargers
Believe it or not, the first exhaust-driven turbocharger was invented in 1905 by Dr. Alfred J. Buchi, a Swiss engineer. -->
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