Cryptic crossword clue
Modifying racer brought extra speed with this? 12

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word TURBOCHARGER

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The straight part
We know that "extra speed with this?" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case extra speed with this? = turbocharger.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does TURBOCHARGER mean?

TURBOCHARGER noun
  1. Inlet air compressor for an internal combustion engine (either Otto or Diesel cycle), powered from the exhaust air.

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