amazing etymology

> Turbochargers are distinguished from superchargers in that a turbocharger is powered by the kinetic energy of the exhaust gases, whereas a supercharger is mechanically powered, usually by a belt from the engine's crankshaft.
> However, up until the mid-20th century, a turbocharger was called a "turbosupercharger" and was considered a type of supercharger.

> turbosupercharger
> (automotive) A twincharger, a combination of a supercharger and a turbocharger.
> Synonym: superturbocharger

> turbocharger
> Contraction of turbosupercharger.

#etymology #cars

Used car dealership plunges into liquidation after owing £50,000 to Barclays Bank

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/used-car-dealership-enters-liquidation-37224809

I’ll sign into this. Add physical controls for lights and wipers to the list, too.

#hostiledesign #cars

http://hypercritical.co/2026/05/29/ev-stupidity-checklist

GM's Hummer X EV concept looks like it was built from LEGO bricks.

#Cars #EV

Polestar is trying to quantify the fun of driving:

https://newatlas.com/automotive/polestar-oxford-thrill-electric-driving/

Now do motorcycles. Hint: they actually lean the right way in corners.

#Cars #Driving #Motorcycles

Lynk & Co reemplazará a Ferrari y no hay forma de impedirlo

https://espirituracer.com/opinion/lynk-co-reemplazara-a-ferrari-y-no-hay-forma-de-impedirlo/

#Ferrari #Geely #Opinin #Reportajes #CochesChinos
#espirituRACER #coches #cars

Everything to know before putting your car key on an Android phone

https://www.engadget.com/2182547/how-to-store-car-keys-on-android-phone/

#Tech #Android #Cars