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Old 01-19-2011, 08:46 PM   #7 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Clev View Post
What about replacing the turbo on a TDi with an electric motor? The electric motor could provide the extra power normally supplied by the turbo during acceleration, and the lack of engine braking would really suit regen braking. The cost of the electrics would at least partially be offset by the elimination of the turbo.
Are you thinking of a supercharger ?
Correct me if I'm wrong, but a turbo runs off the exhaust.
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