Automotive manufacturers will be able to order individual
damper technology for special requirements as «Advanced» technology: For example, this would include the individually adapted electronic damper system CDC (Continuous Damping Control) including the control electronics and software.
Damper technology for all applications.
Not exact matches
Underneath, the new DS 5 gains new
dampers with pre-loaded linear valve (PLV)
technology, which DS claims will help to reduce any sudden movement through the suspension, making
for a smoother ride.
Other changes on the Wraith include a marginally quicker steering rack (now three turns lock - to - lock rather than the 3.2 of the Ghost), increased roll control thanks to tweaked anti-roll
technology, revised spring and
damper settings
for the air suspension, a 24 mm wider rear track
for greater cornering stability, and extra strengthening
for the under - body to compensate
for the lack of a B - pillar.
For the Z4 M, BMW plucked plenty of chassis
technology from the M3, including stiffer springs,
dampers, and bushings as well as forged - aluminum front control arms.
Car and Driver has named Civic Si a 10Best Car
for its brilliant adaptive
damper system, sportier steering, bigger brakes and connected audio
technology — calling it, «a blissful balance of fun and function.»
Just as the Colorado reinvigorated the moribund (read: dead) mid-size pickup category when it debuted over a decade ago, the ZR2 creates an all - new segment with built -
for - trail features such as 31 - inch tires, a reinforced frame structure, a lifted suspension, some seriously high - tech
damper technology and a 3.5 - inch wider track than the base Colorado.
Other significant options include 19 - inch wheels and tires, Electronic
Damper Control (EDC; with Sport, Normal and Comfort modes), M Drive with steering - wheel button to instantly activate a set of pre-programmed dynamic variables, front - seat backrest - width adjustment, fold - down rear seatbacks, Navigation system with iDrive, high - definition and SIRIUS satellite radio, USB - enabled port
for iPod and iPhone control and
Technology and Premium Packages that include groups of the above.
The basic
technology is available with the designation «Basic»; it offers the essential functions of a monotube
damper as well as standardized connection interfaces
for various vehicle categories — among other also
for small mid-size cars.
Available on Camaro SS, this track - proven magnetic suspension
technology reads the road surface 1,000 times per second, precisely adjusting
dampers for optimum handling even on rough conditions.
New or enhanced chassis
technologies for the new Sport include Adaptive Dynamics featuring continuously variable
dampers (CVD), and on more powerful models, a dedicated Dynamic mode in the Terrain Response ® 2 system
for enthusiastic on - road driving.
This truck comes with tech built
for the task of off - roading — and in the case of its Dynamic Suspensions Spool Valve (DSSV ™)
damper technology from Ontario, Canada - based Multimatic, it's tech that's unique in the marketplace.
Some of the Type - R's speed was found through the implementation of advanced suspension
technologies and superior materials —
for instance, the hot hatch features an adaptive
damper system which continuously adjusts damping force after collecting data from three on - board G sensors, four suspension stroke sensors, and a steering angle sensor.
• Intensification of the typical MINI go - kart feeling with extensively revised suspension
technology, reduced weight and increased rigidity; new single - joint spring strut axle with aluminium swivel bearing and also axle supports and wishbones made of high - strength steel; new multilink rear axle also in optimised lightweight construction and space - saving geometry; refined electromechanical power steering now with Servotronic as standard; Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) as standard including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC), in the MINI Cooper S also including Performance Control; new spring and
damper set - up with triple - path support bearings; Dynamic Damper Control optionally available for the first time in MINI; refined brake system, adapted to increased driving performance; light alloy wheels in 15 - inch or 16 - inch (MINI Cooper S) format as standard; light allow wheels optionally available up to 18 i
damper set - up with triple - path support bearings; Dynamic
Damper Control optionally available for the first time in MINI; refined brake system, adapted to increased driving performance; light alloy wheels in 15 - inch or 16 - inch (MINI Cooper S) format as standard; light allow wheels optionally available up to 18 i
Damper Control optionally available
for the first time in MINI; refined brake system, adapted to increased driving performance; light alloy wheels in 15 - inch or 16 - inch (MINI Cooper S) format as standard; light allow wheels optionally available up to 18 inches.
• Intensification of the typical MINI go - kart feeling with extensively revised suspension
technology, reduced weight and increased rigidity; new single - joint spring strut front axle with aluminium swivel bearing and also axle supports and wishbones made of high - strength steel; new multilink rear axle also in optimised lightweight construction and space - saving geometry; refined electromechanical power steering now with Servotronic as standard; Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) as standard including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC), in the MINI Cooper S also including Performance Control; new spring and
damper set - up with triple - path support bearings; Dynamic Damper Control optionally available for the first time in MINI; refined brake system, adapted to increased driving performance; fitted as standard with 15 - inch steel rims and wheel covers (MINI One, MINI One D) as well as light alloy wheels in 15 - inch (MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper D) or 16 - inch format (MINI Cooper S); light allow wheels optionally available up to 18 i
damper set - up with triple - path support bearings; Dynamic
Damper Control optionally available for the first time in MINI; refined brake system, adapted to increased driving performance; fitted as standard with 15 - inch steel rims and wheel covers (MINI One, MINI One D) as well as light alloy wheels in 15 - inch (MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper D) or 16 - inch format (MINI Cooper S); light allow wheels optionally available up to 18 i
Damper Control optionally available
for the first time in MINI; refined brake system, adapted to increased driving performance; fitted as standard with 15 - inch steel rims and wheel covers (MINI One, MINI One D) as well as light alloy wheels in 15 - inch (MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper D) or 16 - inch format (MINI Cooper S); light allow wheels optionally available up to 18 inches.
It is the world's first production system to employ model - based predictive
technology that continually optimizes
damper settings
for the widest possible range of conditions.
For an even better ride, Chevrolet offers its Magnetic Ride Control, an adaptive suspension
technology that makes millisecond adjustments to
damper stiffness.
For the 2019 Ram 1500, FCA engineers broadened the operating zone of the Fuel Saver
Technology via the addition of a pair of active vibration dampers, mounted on the frame, and Active Noise Cancellation technology in the tr
Technology via the addition of a pair of active vibration
dampers, mounted on the frame, and Active Noise Cancellation
technology in the tr
technology in the truck cabin.
Audi drive select is available in conjunction with two additional
technologies — with adaptive
dampers; or with sport differential, adaptive control
for the shock absorbers and dynamic steering.
Standard equipment highlights (in addition to 520d) M Sport Package with M Aerodynamics Package and BMW Individual Aluminium satinated Exterior Line M Sport Brakes 19 - inch BMW M light alloy wheels Automatic tailgate operation Adaptive LED headlights including BMW Selective Beam and High Beam Assist Dynamic
Damper Control Multi-functional 12.3 - inch high - resolution colour display with black - panel
technology 16 - speaker harman / kardon surround sound system Sports seats with seat heating and lumbar support
for driver and front passenger BMW Individual anthracite roof liner M leather steering wheel When compared to the previous 535d, the BMW 530d's increased specification equates to around $ 16,000 of additional value.
Bluetooth wireless phone connectivity, Clock, Cruise control + speed limiter, DVD Satellite Navigation with 7» colour display, Front and rear parking sensors, Graphic information display, Power assisted steering, Reversing camera, Trip computer with message system, Bowers and Wilkins premium sound system, DAB Digital radio, Portable audio interface, Radio / CD and mp3 compatibility, USB connection, Automatic dimming rear view mirror, Automatic headlights,Bi - Xenon cornering headlamps with auto levelling and pressure washers, Body colour large rear spoiler, Body coloured bumpers, Bonnet louvres, Door mirror integrated indicators, Door mirror memory, Electric front windows + drivers one touch / anti-trap, Electrically operated heated and folding mirrors, Electrochromic door mirrors, Extended side sills, Front aerodynamic splitter, Gloss black mesh grille, Gloss black side window surround, Heated front windscreen and timer, LED daytime running lights, LED tail lights, Performance active exhaust, Quad tailpipes, Rain sensor windscreen wipers, Rear diffuser, 12 V power socket in centre console, 12 V socket in glovebox, 16 way electric adjustable front seats, 3 spoke heated multi-function steering wheel, 4 way electric lumbar support, Air filter, Automatic air recirculation, Blue ambient lighting, Diamond Sew style to leather interior, Dual zone automatic climate control, Front ashtray and cigar lighter, Front centre armrest, Front cupholders, Front headrests, Front passenger seat memory, Front seat back map pockets, Front sports seats, Heated front seats, Humidity sensor, Interior mood lighting, Isofix rear child seat fastenings, JaguarDrive selector, Jet premium suede cloth headlining, Memory function
for drivers seat; steering wheel & exterior mirrors, Premium carpet mats, Reach + rake adjustable steering column, Rear centre armrest, Rear headrests, Softgrain leather upholstery, Stainless steel pedals, Steering wheel gearshift paddles, Adaptive restraint
technology system,Anti - lock Brake System + Electronic Brakeforce Distribution + Emergency Brake Assit, Driver / Front Passenger airbags,DSC - Dynamic Stability Control, Electronic parking brake, Front seatbelt pretensioners, High performance braking system, Pedestrian contact sensing and deployable bonnet, Red brake calipers, Seatbelt reminders
for driver and front passenger, Seatbelts to all seat positions, Side airbags, WHIPS whiplash protection system - front, Deadlocks, Drive away door locking, Engine immobiliser, Keyless entry, Keyless Start, Locking wheel nuts, Perimetric and volumetric anti theft alarm, Remote central locking, Adaptive dynamics, Limited slip differential, Stiffer springs and
dampers, Tyre repair kit
These
technologies include new dual - stage «blow off» style hydraulic
dampers, new hydro - compliant bushings (
for the engine, transmission, and select suspension components) and a new «smart» engine mount design.
For the second generation, Audi sticks to the same mid-size, five - seat wagon formula, but brings weight savings of up to 90 kg, first - in - class
technologies like adaptive air suspension with
damper control, quattro all - wheel drive with ultra
technology and 30 driver assistance
technologies.
These
technologies include dual - stage «blow off» style hydraulic
dampers, hydro - compliant bushings (
for the engine, transmission, and select suspension components) and a «smart» engine mount design.
Off - road performance is further enabled by proprietary
damper technology that provides body control
for trail running and expanded wheel travel
for rock crawling.
In comparison, the 2017 GMC Acadia Denali starts at $ 45,995
for the front - wheel drivetrain, but my test model with all - wheel drive, the
technology package, optional computerized
dampers, special paint and destination has a final retail price of $ 50,875.
Available options on the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 will include: Class - exclusive 2.8 L Duramax Turbo - Diesel engine, paired with a six - speed automatic transmission, capable of 186 horsepower and 369 lb - ft of torque Choice of crew - or extended cab configurations (including short and long beds, respectively) 7 - speaker Bose premium audio system Dealer - installed, bed - mounted spare tire carrier Full - length black vinyl floor (no additional cost — standard interior features leather seats and carpet) The ZR2's starting MSRP includes a number of key standard features unique to the trim level, such as: Class - exclusive front and rear locking electronic differentials Revolutionary, segment - exclusive Multimatic Dynamic Suspensions Spool Valve (DSSVTM)
dampers Off - road rocker protection Modified front and rear bumpers
for better off - road obstacle clearance Exclusive ZR2 17 x 8 - inch aluminum alloy wheels 31 - inch Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac off - road tires New cast - iron control arms An aluminum skidplate that protects the radiator and engine oil pan Autotrac transfer case Transfer case shield Aggressive grille and hood combo unique to ZR2 Modified rear axle with a 3.42 ratio Front and rear tracks widened 3.5 inches over a standard Colorado Suspension lifted 2 inches over a standard Colorado Off - Road Mode
Technology 4 - wheel disc brakes Other standard features include: Tow / haul mode Trailering Package, including trailer hitch and 7 - pin connector Integrated trailer brake controller Spray - on bedliner Heated driver and passenger front seats Wireless phone charging Rear sliding window EZ Lift and Lower tailgate Locking tailgate Recovery hooks A six - speaker audio system with Chevrolet MyLink Radio with Navigation and an 8 - inch diagonal color touchscreen, AM / FM stereo with seek - and - scan and a digital clock, Bluetooth streaming audio for music and select phones, voice - activated technology for radio and phone featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability as well as an auxiliary jack All - terrain spare tire with unique ZR2 wheel Four USB ports: one on the instrument panel, one in the center console and two in the rear of the center console Electronic automatic cruise control Rear window electric defogger OnStar 4G LTE with built - in Wi - Fi Rear Vision Camera Remote keyless entry Remote vehicle starter system 4 - way power front driver and passenger seat adjuster with power driver lumbar control Rear seats with underseat storage Standard powertrain is the 3.6 L DI DOHC V6 with a class - leading 308 horsepower and 275 lb - ft of torque that is shared with other Colora
Technology 4 - wheel disc brakes Other standard features include: Tow / haul mode Trailering Package, including trailer hitch and 7 - pin connector Integrated trailer brake controller Spray - on bedliner Heated driver and passenger front seats Wireless phone charging Rear sliding window EZ Lift and Lower tailgate Locking tailgate Recovery hooks A six - speaker audio system with Chevrolet MyLink Radio with Navigation and an 8 - inch diagonal color touchscreen, AM / FM stereo with seek - and - scan and a digital clock, Bluetooth streaming audio
for music and select phones, voice - activated
technology for radio and phone featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability as well as an auxiliary jack All - terrain spare tire with unique ZR2 wheel Four USB ports: one on the instrument panel, one in the center console and two in the rear of the center console Electronic automatic cruise control Rear window electric defogger OnStar 4G LTE with built - in Wi - Fi Rear Vision Camera Remote keyless entry Remote vehicle starter system 4 - way power front driver and passenger seat adjuster with power driver lumbar control Rear seats with underseat storage Standard powertrain is the 3.6 L DI DOHC V6 with a class - leading 308 horsepower and 275 lb - ft of torque that is shared with other Colora
technology for radio and phone featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability as well as an auxiliary jack All - terrain spare tire with unique ZR2 wheel Four USB ports: one on the instrument panel, one in the center console and two in the rear of the center console Electronic automatic cruise control Rear window electric defogger OnStar 4G LTE with built - in Wi - Fi Rear Vision Camera Remote keyless entry Remote vehicle starter system 4 - way power front driver and passenger seat adjuster with power driver lumbar control Rear seats with underseat storage Standard powertrain is the 3.6 L DI DOHC V6 with a class - leading 308 horsepower and 275 lb - ft of torque that is shared with other Colorado models.
All Accord Hybrid models are fitted with Amplitude Reactive
Dampers with newly - tuned internals
for a more supple, yet controlled ride, and new Straight Driving Assist
technology that helps reduce the driver's workload when driving on a crowned or canted road surface.
Certainly, Monica Bay's retirement from ALM put a
damper on things, since she's been such a strong and vibrant presence in the legal
technology space
for many, many years now.