Volvo – future powertrain development program
Commissioned by Volvo of Sweden to design turbocharged engines. Banks develops the world’s first electronically injected oxygen-sensing turbocharged engine for Volvo.
Yet another future powertrain development program, this time for Volvo. Banks developed the World’s first electronically injected, O2 sensing turbocharged engine for them. This efficient platform set Volvo on their way to making the turbo engine a popular option in the early 80’s and beyond.
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The 1970s oil crisis forced a change in the American car. Big engines, once desired for their power, became gas-guzzling burdens. Small engines, while fuel-efficient, lacked the thrill. Enter Volvo and turbocharging. Volvo partnered with a small California race shop, Banks, to create the ...
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