If you're a car enthusiast, especially one with a turbocharged or supercharged vehicle, you've likely heard of an intercooler. But what exactly is it, and why is it so crucial for performance? Let's dive deep into the world of automotive intercoolers. Intercooler What is an Automotive Intercooler? (Definition) An automotive intercooler (also known as a charge air cooler) is a mechanical device used in turbocharged and supercharged internal combustion engines to cool the compressed air before it enters the engine's combustion chambers. When air is compressed by a turbocharger or supercharger, its temperature significantly increases. Hot air is less dense...
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