therealman

Is it still necessary to sit for a minute before and after a trip to allow the turbos to warm up and cool down?

I was told (by a salesman) that it was not necessary because the turbos are now incased in oil.

What are you opinions?

DeutschlandATL

I think the general consensus is to immediately drive off when you start the car as mileage, engine wear, emissions etc... are at their worst in idle at start-up.(this is in your manual that came w the car) That being said, as you begin to drive don't rev it up high (I stay below 3-4k rpms)until the coolant and oil temp gauges have reached their normal running positions. Then have fun. But try not to drive hard right before turning off the engine. If you drive gently in the last minutes of your drive, you shouldn't need to let it run to cool down.

S4_Cinci (I S'edTFA)

Throttle position = boost demand; thus the more you push on the loud pedal the more boost that is called for by the ECU. Don't use lots of boost until fully warmed and don't beat on it and then shut it down - last minute or two just use gentle throttle and you'll be fine. My rule is never shut it down if oil temp is above 225. If it is, let it idle for a minute or two.

quickaudi:STFA

I do, it's personal preference and I've done it with every single turbo car I've owned. It seems to work.

Grapeking

last couple of minutes are easy as I sort of ease to my destination.