Sentences with phrase «d chassis control»

Not exact matches

Supported by Super-HICAS — a retuned version of the HICAS (High Capacity Actively Controlled Suspension) four - wheel - steer system found on some lesser Skylines — the GT - R's chassis would undoubtedly give it a handling and traction advantage, but there was a downside to all this tech: it added weight.

When we sampled Infiniti's new Q50 Red Sport 400, we were dutifully impressed by the almost instantaneous torque from its new 3.0 - liter twin - turbocharged V - 6 engine and its brilliantly composed chassis, but less so with its intrusive traction - control system.

At the same time, the Wraith still is more subdued than we'd like from a cross-country conveyance, and we personally would prefer more control from the chassis and more presence from the engine, even if this is already a GT car by RR standards.

We've already mentioned rear wheel steering, but also of note is the Panamera's PASM action suspension management, enhanced PDCC chassis control and more advanced torque vectoring.

With photography done and the track clear, I start doing hot laps in the Mercedes - AMG GT S. I want to describe how the car felt — its chassis control, its competency — but can't because back in the pits, I realize I had completely lost myself on track, blissful and existing in the moment, doing what I love, at a place I love, in a car I love, surrounded by people I love.

On cold, damp tarmac it has some traction issues in the first two gears, but the poise of the chassis and a slickness to the controls makes you feel much more inclined to drive it hard.

Night vision assist ($ 2,420) and a head - up display ($ 1,720) would be nice, but if you are just interested in adding performance, Porsche's Dynamic Chassis Control is worth the $ 3,590 — but if you want that, you'll have to get the adaptive air suspension for $ 2,170, too.

One of the primary points of difference between the 570S and 650S in chassis terms is the use of conventional anti-roll bars rather than the complex ProActive Chassis Control system that has featured on all modern McLarens tchassis terms is the use of conventional anti-roll bars rather than the complex ProActive Chassis Control system that has featured on all modern McLarens tChassis Control system that has featured on all modern McLarens to date.

Nonetheless, the Wraith has excellent chassis control overall.

Beneath the Velar's pretty skin is a modified version of the Jaguar F - Pace's mostly aluminum chassis that's been reinforced for off - road competence and is further bolstered by Land Rover's Terrain Response 2 system, which orchestrates goodies like an active rear locking differential, low traction launch system, hill descent control, and an available air suspension with adaptive shocks (standard on V - 6 models)-- all of which work in conjunction with stability control.

The chassis clearly has the compass and traction to deploy its heavy - duty outputs safely, but more remarkable is the deft line it treads between loose - limbed suppleness and iron - fisted body control.

Base Price: $ 847,975 Powertrain Engine: 32 - valve DOHC V - 8 / plug - in electric hybrid Displacement: 4.6 liters (280 cu in) Power: 608 hp @ 8700 rpm Torque: 390 lb - ft @ 6600 rpm Motors: Two permanent - magnet AC synchronous Electric output: 129/156 hp (front / rear axle) Batteries: 6.8 - kWh lithium - ion Total output: 887 hp Transmission: 7 - speed automatic Drive: 4 - wheel Chassis Steering: Electrically assisted Front suspension: Control arms, coil springs Rear suspension: Multilink, coil springs Brakes: Vented carbon - ceramic discs Tires: Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 Tire sizes F, R: 265 / 35R -20 (95Y), 325 / 30R -21 (104Y) Measurements L x W x H: 182.8 x 76.4 x 45.9 in Wheelbase: 107.5 in Track F / R: 65.5 / 63.5 in Weight: 3715 lb Weight dist.

The front subframe and rear crossmember have both been strengthened - which according to Peugeot's chassis engineers provides more controlled ride and handling.

The engineers have further developed the Race active chassis control II system (RCC II), primarily to work with the increase in aerodynamic loads that will be forced through the chassis.

Over the years, Porsche has dialed in a more balanced and stable chassis with more even weight distribution, vastly improved suspension systems, rear tires wider than the fronts, and the safety net of stability control.

Among the key common components are the carbon - fiber chassis and cabin tub, a double - wishbone suspension, a twin - turbo 3.8 - liter V - 8, a seven - speed dual - clutch transmission, and the unique cockpit layout featuring a narrow center stack and A / C controls located on the door panels.

A glance at the final spec sheet confirmed the competition's worst nightmares: a body and chassis made entirely of carbon fiber, a curb weight of 2500 pounds, a BMW V - 12 making 627 hp, 0 to 62 mph in 3.2 seconds, a top speed of 240 mph — and no ABS, traction control, power steering, power brakes, or airbags.

So boring that they now have to nullify the grip, traction control, torque vectoring, active chassis management and whatever else through another computer trick.

Much of that promised agility is provided by the new largely aluminium MSB platform that will also underpin future Bentleys, but also the systems that Porsche has applied to it — namely rear - wheel steering and the new electrically - powered Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control roll - control Control roll - control control system.

Despite the misadventures, our enthusiasm for the 292 - hp German hot hatch has not waned — although associate editor Jonathon Klein did lodge a gripe over the absence of Dynamic Chassis Control and the associated adjustable suspension.

Their skins differ, Sports being sheet - moulded compound, Supers carbonfibre, and so do their chassis: Sports models have physical anti-roll bars while Supers have «Proactive Chassis Control», McLaren's cross-linked active damper system that replicates the effect of physical anti-roll bars in cornering but leaves the wheels unlinked in a straight line for ride cchassis: Sports models have physical anti-roll bars while Supers have «Proactive Chassis Control», McLaren's cross-linked active damper system that replicates the effect of physical anti-roll bars in cornering but leaves the wheels unlinked in a straight line for ride cChassis Control», McLaren's cross-linked active damper system that replicates the effect of physical anti-roll bars in cornering but leaves the wheels unlinked in a straight line for ride comfort.

«The big task that we have at the beginning is to control the center of gravity, and to control the additional weight of a super-sport SUV,» Reggiani allows, countering that «you need to have the right chassis control.

Chassis Steering: Electro - hydraulic (V - 6 and diesel), hydraulically assisted rack - and - pinion (both V - 8 models) Front suspension: Short - and long - arm, coil - over-shock, adaptive damping (SRT) stabilizer bar Rear suspension: Multi-link, coil springs, twin - tube shocks, adaptive damping (SRT), lower control arm, independent upper links, toe link, stabilizer bar (SRT)

The engine has just the right combination of smooth manners and brutality (although the delivery lacks a bit of top - end sparkle) and the chassis is controlled but can get down and dirty when you fancy it.

The chassis has received a hardened state of tune too, with a modified Electronic Stability Control programme and optimised air spring and damper rates giving the GT3 - R a track focused setup.

It can be specced with Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC), which consists of front and rear anti-roll bars that each have an electric motor and gear set.

The chassis is controlled by adaptive dampers and it has air suspension.

The chassis has been tailored for fast road driving, sitting 24 mm lower all - round and, for the first time on a Cayenne, using PASM - controlled steel springs, hardware previously reserved as a performance option on Porsche's 911, Cayman and Boxster models.

That's a bit of a stretch where refinement is concerned, but the GT has an appeal all its own, based on big power, a respectably taut chassis with superior body control, and all the traction control, stability control, and limited - slip - diff stuff that 361 hp and 385 lb - ft of rear - wheel - spinning torque might demand.

Obviously, having the well - calibrated stability control system to save your butt helps your confidence, but the underlying chassis balance we felt at GingerMan is also crucial to making the new Viper feel like a modern sports car.

It handles and rides better than it has any right to — the suspension is surprisingly well controlled and although the tyres struggle to dig into the tarmac, the chassis does most of the right things.

It has a seven - speed manual gearbox (which no doubt contributed to the impressive 32.5 mpg we averaged on the journey up), no Sport Chrono (so no dynamic engine mounts) and no Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control active anti-roll system (of which we were rather sceptical in the big 911 group test back in issue 169).

Apart from the many - ratio'd manual» box, this Carrara (as in the marble) White car has also got the # 1084 Sport Chrono Package Plus that includes dynamic engine mounts, the # 1772 sports exhaust and, most intriguingly of all, Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control, which adds another # 2185.

The standard California has received some subtle chassis tweaks via reprogramming of the control software for the adaptive dampers.

In fact, it's hopeless, giving the Alfa a lethargic throttle response, twirly - light steering and a soft (though not especially well - controlled) chassis set - up that's completely at odds with what you'd suppose to be its Cloverleaf billing.

The quad - cam engine has been developed by InnoV8 in Brisbane, the chassis modifications done by ex-McLaren composites engineer Lee Cason in Melbourne, the six - speed sequential gearbox coming from Holinger, and the control damper package being designed by SupaShock in South Australia.

39078 miles serviced at SPIROS MOTOR TECHNICIANS OF DISTINCTION on 12.10.2016; Interior: BLACK FULL LEATHER; Adjustable Steering Column / Wheel,; Air Bag Driver,; Air Bag Knee,; Air Bag Passenger,; Air Bag Side,; Air - Conditioning (Automatic),; Alarm,; Alloy Wheels (19in),; Anti-Lock Brakes,; Armrest,; Ashtray / Lighter,; Body Coloured Bumpers,; Cargo Space Divider,; Central Door Locking,; Chassis,; Cigar Lighter,; Clock,; Computer (Driver Information System),; Cruise Control,; Cup Holder,; Electric Windows (Front / Rear),; Electronic Brake Force Distribution,; Electronic Stability Programme,; Exterior Lighting (Xenon Headlights),; External Temperature Display,; Head Restraints,; Heated Rear Screen,; Immobiliser,; In Car Entertainment (DVD),; Mirrors External (Electric / Heated / Folding / Auto Dimming),; Mirrors Internal,; Paint Metallic,; Parking Aid (Rear),; Power Socket,; Power - Assisted Steering,; Rain Sensor,; Seat - ISOFIX Anchorage Point (Two Seats - Rear),; Seat Belt Pre-Tensioners,; Seat Height Adjustment (Electric Driver / Passenger),; Seats Electric (Driver / Passenger),; Seats Heated (Driver / Passenger),; Spare Wheel,; Speakers,; Steering Wheel Leather,; Telephone Equipment (Fixed Preparation),; Third Brake Light,; Traction Control System,; Trip Computer,; Tyre Pressure Control,; Upholstery Cloth,; PCM Navigation Module,; ParkAssist at Front and Rear,; Telephone Module With Cordless Handset,; Xenon Headlamps.; 4 seats,; Grey,; GBP 27,950 less;; We are Uk's leading Jap Performance Specialists and have taken this car as a part exchange against one of our retail cars hence it is priced LOW to sell QUICKLY WE NEED THE SPACE ON OUR SITE!!

< strongPowertrain engine DOHC 32 - valve V - 8 displacement 4.2 liters (256 cu in) horsepower 300 hp @ 6000 rpm torque 310 lb - ft @ 4100 rpm transmission type 6 - speed automatic drive Rear - wheel Chassis steering Power - assisted rack - and - pinion suspension, front Control arms, coil springs suspension, rear Control arms, coil springs brakes Vented discs, ABS tires Dunlop SP Sport Maxx tire size 235 / 35 YR -20 Measurements L x W x H 195.3 x 73.9 x 57.5 in wheelbase 114.5 in track f / r 61.4 / 63.2 in weight 4080 lb city MPG16 HWY MPG25

Powertrain engine DOHC 32 - valve V - 8 displacement 4.6 liters (281 cu in) horsepower 342 hp @ 6200 rpm torque 339 lb - ft @ 3600 rpm transmission type 8 - speed automatic drive Rear - wheel Chassis steering Power - assisted rack - and - pinion suspension, front Control arms, coil springs suspension, rear Multilink, coil springs brakes Vented discs, ABS tires Dunlop SP Sport 5000m DSST tire size 245 / 40VR -18 Measurements L x W x H 190.0 x 71.7 x 56.1 in wheelbase 112.2 in track f / r 60.4 / 60.6 in weight 3960 lb city MPG 17 HWY MPG 24

Has the better chassis, more poise, more control and more driver involvement.

With a responsive turbocharged 2.0 - liter four - cylinder engine good for 210 - horsepower hooked to a standard seven - speed dual - clutch transmission, the GTI has incandescent throttle response at any engine speed, and its sport - tuned chassis provides a nice balance between comfort and control.

The Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control system has 200 million code lines.

On paper it ticked a lot of boxes — it was very well - equipped and it certainly had price on its side — but was in need of a little work where steering, suspension and electronic chassis controls were concerned; three key changes Haval has made to this MY18 update.

The new car has the same chassis controls as other AMGs, with a dial on the console to tighten up shift speeds, shocks, throttle response and deepen the exhaust note.

It was not what you'd call a sporty ride at all, and there was a little less chassis control than we'd have preferred.

The chassis and control systems of the Audi R8 RWS have been specifically tuned for its rear - driven layout.

Sufficient leather and suede - finished surfaces have been lavished on the 650S, including the navigation and control system furnished with an updated version of McLarenâ $ ™ s ProActive Chassis - control system.

The double wishbone RCC II (RaceActive Chassis Control II) hydraulic suspension has been race - tuned to deliver the best possible track - focused experience available.

All of Westpointes pre-owned inventory has been Westpointe Certified through a rigorous 64 point inspection.Reviews: * Sturdy chassis; strong V6; easy - to - use cabin controls; stout bed lining and tie - down points; agile handling.

Tweaks to the chassis bring an alertness missing from the S560 and its adjustable modes have a bigger stretch; in Sport, the beefier steering, flatter suspension setting with surprising body control and the howling exhaust gift the S63 with a surprising turn of speed an agility for one so big.