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Old 03-22-2012, 08:11 PM   #44
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Why do they call it an electric turbocharger? Isn't a turbocharger by definition exhaust driven?
I think they're referring to what BMW runs on their turbo diesels. They have exhaust driven turbos and one that is powered/driven by electricity. Can you say instant boost with zero lag???
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