From the mid-1970s through the 1990s, “turbo” became shorthand for maximum performance. Many European brands adopted turbocharging early on to make their small-displacement models more competitive.
Originally published on April 13, 2025, this issue examines the rise of turbocharging and the brands it helped define. Goods & Gear showcases a collectible book on the original Porsche 911 Turbo while we concoct a turbo-inspired drink we call the Overboost for Classics & Cocktails.
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