fuel injection
noun
: a usually electronically-controlled system for injecting a precise amount of atomized fuel into the cylinders or the intake airstream of an internal combustion engine
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The period-appropriate mill features electronic fuel injection instead of the triple carburetor found on the original units.
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2024
They’ll both be powered by a modernized version of the classic, 3.8-liter straight six (used from 1961 to 1964), now running electronic fuel injection rather than sucking air through carburetors.
—Michael Taylor, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
Complete with fuel injection, this was a world-class sports car that raced with success against Ferrari, Jaguar, and Aston Martin.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 28 Sep. 2024
Some clients have also requested Kinsler fuel injection or carburetors, or a limited-slip differential, and Schickman allows for the Porsche Classic radio with covert Apple CarPlay, as well as the use of woven leather for the seat upholstery in more than one commission.
—Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2024
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2024
They’ll both be powered by a modernized version of the classic, 3.8-liter straight six (used from 1961 to 1964), now running electronic fuel injection rather than sucking air through carburetors.
—Michael Taylor, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
Complete with fuel injection, this was a world-class sports car that raced with success against Ferrari, Jaguar, and Aston Martin.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 28 Sep. 2024
Some clients have also requested Kinsler fuel injection or carburetors, or a limited-slip differential, and Schickman allows for the Porsche Classic radio with covert Apple CarPlay, as well as the use of woven leather for the seat upholstery in more than one commission.
—Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2024
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“Fuel injection.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fuel%20injection. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
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