Meaning of the word "sped up" in English

What does "sped up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sped up

US /spɛd ʌp/
UK /spɛd ʌp/

Phrasal Verb

to increase in speed; to make something go faster

Example:
The car sped up as it approached the highway.
We need to speed up the production process.