Eaton Predicts Big Growth for Superchargers

PARIS – Superchargers historically get their best press on cars like the new ’10 Jaguar XJ 5.0-liter V-8 making 470 hp and 510 hp, but big volume increases will be coming from small engines.

“We are projecting for the next five years at least 80% volume increase in superchargers from new applications,” says Joao Faria, president of Eaton Automotive Europe. “The majority of these are going to come with ...