dual exhaust

noun

Meaning

A vehicle configuration featuring two distinct exhaust pipes and mufflers, typically designed to reduce backpressure and improve engine performance.

Examples

  • The high-performance sedan comes standard with a dual exhaust that gives it a deep, aggressive engine note.
  • Upgrading to a dual exhaust can slightly increase horsepower by allowing spent gases to exit the engine more rapidly.

Synonyms: twin exhaust, dual pipe system