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turbo

[tur-boh] / ˈtɜr boʊ /


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Engine and turbo machinery manufacturer Everllence, formerly known as MAN Energy Solutions, provides propulsion, decarbonization and efficiency solutions for the maritime, energy and industrial sectors.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 25, 2026

The current power-units weigh 185kg, including the engine, turbo, electrical components and battery.

From BBC May 14, 2026

A turbo engine is not only arguably more road-relevant, but is also more efficient than a naturally aspirated one, which means less fuel, even if turbos and their associated architecture are heavy and complicated.

From BBC May 14, 2026

The way the One Big Beautiful Bill Act was implemented, economists flagged a turbo boost to income early in the year.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 15, 2026

“We started running at the same place, but you left me behind back by the jetty where it was like you pushed a turbo button or something. You run like a machine. It’s crazy.”

From "Shouting at the Rain" by Lynda Mullaly Hunt

A turbo engine is not only arguably more road-relevant, but is also more efficient than a naturally aspirated one, which means less fuel, even if turbos and their associated architecture are heavy and complicated.

From BBC May 14, 2026

But these were largely assuaged by a new start line procedure that was trialled at the test, which gives the drivers more time to get the turbos spinning at the optimum speed.

From BBC Feb. 20, 2026

Unlike conventional turbos, the e-turbos spool to maximum almost instantly.

From The Wall Street Journal Oct. 30, 2025

No replacement for displacement, sure, but the lovely thing about turbos is how easily you can modify them to increase engine power and even improve fuel economy.

From The Verge May 3, 2022

The door was closed, and the Terrans braced themselves under the low roof as the engine started up with a whine of worn turbos.

From The Yillian Way by Laumer, Keith




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