Sentences with phrase «drivers feel very»

Drivers feel very much in command of the sedan, and the all - wheel drive certainly helps to improve both traction and safety.

The Cayman's steering was heavy in both cars, but that heaviness helped the driver feel very connected with each car.

Not exact matches

The first pole position of a F1 driver's career is obviously a very special moment, but it probably feels even better when it's also a new lap record.

NASCAR's efforts haven't gone unnoticed, especially among some veteran drivers who are still very relevant and yet feel as if they're ignored.

It's a team that has allowed me to show my talents as a driver and I feel very happy here.

Eric Boullier, McLaren Racing Director, added: «We feel it's very important to have a fully enrolled test and reserve driver within the team.

Children seem to love this car seat because they feel very comfortable in it, they can nap while their body is kept in a safe position even if the driver pushes the break too hard all of a sudden.

This is the fourth game in the Driver series and presents a new element to the gameplay, mainly being that of an open mission structure, very similar to the Grand Theft Auto franchise in both feel and design.

It has a half - inch driver so I feel very comfortable putting a lot of my (modest) muscle into it.

The basic architecture of the dash feels so very driver - focused, however, that it might have been designed specifically for an M - car, with the centre console angled lovingly towards the driver and positively shunning the passenger.

There's more feel through the steering and sharper response, but the overwhelming sense remains that this is a car built to cover ground very quickly and at the total mercy of the driver's preferred style.

Power and performance figures grab headlines, but when it comes to the very best drivers» cars — and the most informed drivers — road - holding, handling, ride quality and feel are what really count.

Big petrols are a very minority taste in mid-sized execs like the A6 these days, but the V6 TFSI motor is a gem thanks to its combination of stodgy, diesel - like low - down torque and an appetite for revs that would make any older TDI driver feel nostalgic.

The steering feel isn't very communicative, but it doesn't require overly taxing effort from the driver, either.

What is curious, though, is that while the GT - R felt extremely flat through the corners from the driver's seat, a glance at pictures of it in action reveals that this 2010 European - spec car rolls a lot more than the earlier Japanese versions that set (very slightly) slower lap times than this model last year.

The fully - immersive Bose audio system is engineered to transform the cabin into the driver's very own audio haven, and features an» industrial» design, adding an even more distinctive, high quality look and feel to the cabin.

While owners are very happy with the power, acceleration and smoothness of their engines and gearboxes and said positive things about ride and handling, many were disappointed by a lack of driver involvement and steering feel.

All the controls have a good feel, specially the steering wheel and the shift knob which are very accessible to the driver.

The stunning new model is aimed at a very specific type of driver — one who wants the open - air feel of a cabriolet with astounding all - wheel drive performance.

For drivers, it feels very much like the automatic transmissions they are familiar with.

It feels very good to be able to sit high in the F - Pace's driver's seat and confidently aim that bulging hood down the road.

That's why most sportsman drivers stick to clutch pack LSDs... very durable, cheaper, and predictable feel.

With 755 horsepower the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette zr1 is the most powerful Corvette ever it's also the most technologically advanced behind me are the rolling s's at Road Atlanta and we're here to see if we can reach to the supercar levels of performance afforded by this thing's massive power big tires and the tall wing on the back after that we'll take to the streets to see if a car this powerful can behave itself in public this is a monster of a car I've had some brief track opportunities moving this morning to get used to the pace of this machine which is phenomenal we're gonna warm up as we get out to the road Atlanta and sort of build up to the pace that this car can operate at now initially when you hop in this car you have this shrine to the engine right above you you see the line of the hood it kind of dominates the center of the view you can see over it it doesn't affect visibility but it's immediately obvious and that kind of speaks to what makes this car special it's a monster of an engine listen to that [Music] that is tremendous tremendous acceleration and incredible power but what I finding so far my brief time here at the Atlanta is that everything else in the car is rut has risen to match hurt me while I lay into it on the back straight look you know 150 mile - an - hour indicated we're going to ease up a little bit on it because I need to focus on talking rather than driving but like I was saying the attributes of the rest of the car the steering the braking capability the grip every system of this car is riding to the same level of the power and I think that's what makes it really impressive initially this is undoubtedly a mega mega fast car but it's one that doesn't terrify you with its performance potential there's a level of electronic sophistication that is unparalleled at this price point but it's hard not to get you know totally slipped away by the power of this engine so that's why I keep coming back to it this car has an electronically controlled limited slip differential it has shocks filled with magnetically responsive fluid that can react faster to inputs and everything this car has a super sophisticated stability control system that teaches you how to drive it quick but also makes you go faster we haven't even gotten into exploring it yet because the limits of this car are so high that frankly it takes a while to grow into it but [Music] I think what's impressive about this car is despite how fast it is it is approachable you can buy this car to track dates with it and grow with it as a driver and as an owner I think that's a really special [Music] because you will never be more talented than this car is fast ever unless you are a racing driver casually grazing under 50 miles an hour on this straight okay I'm just going to enjoy driving this now [Music][Applause][Music] this particular Corvette zr1 comes with the cars track performance package a lot of those changes happen underneath the sheet metal but one of the big differences that is immediately obvious is this giant carbon fiber wing now the way this thing is mounted is actually into the structure of the vehicle and it makes you know loading the rear hatch a bit more difficult but we're assuming that's okay if you're looking for the track performance this thing delivers also giving you that performance are these Michelin Pilot Sport cup tires which are basically track oriented tires that you can drive on the street but as we wake our way to the front of the thing what really matters is what's under the hood that's right there's actually a hole in the hood of this thing and that's because this engine is so tall it's tall because it has a larger supercharger and a bunch of added cooling on it to help it you know keep at the right temperature the supercharger is way larger than the one on the zo six and it has a more cooling capacity and the downside is it's taller so it pops literally through the hood the cool thing is from the top you can actually see this shake when you're looking at it from you know a camera from the top of the vehicle this all makes for 755 horsepower making this the most powerful Corvette ever now what's important about that is this not just the power but likewise everything in the car has to be built to accommodate and be able to drive to the level of speed this thing can develop that's why you had the massive cooling so I had the aerodynamics and that's why I had the electronic sophistication inside [Applause] we had a lot of time to take this car on the track yesterday and I've had the night to think about things Matt today two crews on the road and see how this extreme performance machine deals with the sort of more civil minded stuff of street driving the track impressions remain this thing is unquestionably one of the most capable cars you can get from a dealer these days a lot of that's besides the point now because we're on the street we have speed limits they have the ever - present threat of law enforcement around every corner so the question is what does this car feel like in public when you slow this car down it feels like a more powerful Corvette you don't get much tram lining from these big wheels though we as the front end doesn't want to follow grooves in the pavement it is louder it is a little firmer but it's certainly livable on a day to day basis that's surprising for a vehicle of this capability normally these track oriented cars are so hardcore that you wouldn't want to drive them to the racetrack but let's face it you spend more time driving to the track than you do on the track and the fact that this thing works well in both disciplines is really impressive I can also dial everything back and cruise and not feel like I'm getting punished for driving a hardcore track machine that's a that's a really nice accomplishment that's something that you won't find in cars that are this fast and costs maybe double this much the engine in this car dominates the entire experience you can't miss the engine and the whole friend this car is sort of a shrine to it the way it pops out of the hood the way it's covered with coolers around the sides it is the experience of this car and that does make driving this thing special and also the fact that it doesn't look half bad either in fact I think it has some of the coolest looking wheels currently available on a new car this car as we mentioned this car has the track package the track package on this car gives you what they call competition bucket seats which are a little wide for my tastes but I'm you know not the widest person in the world this automatic transmission works well I mean there's so much torque again out of this engine that it can be very smooth and almost imperceptible its clunky on occasion I think I'd might opt for the manual although Chevy tells me about 80 % of its customers will go for the automatic I don't think they're gonna be disappointed and that's gonna be the faster transmission drag strip on the street - and on the racetrack man it was a little bit more satisfying to my taste though we've talked about the exhaust I have it set in the track setting let's quiet it down a little bit so you can hear the difference now I've set that separately from everything else so let's put it stealth what happened to the engine sound that's pretty that's pretty amazing man stealth is really stealth and then go back to track Wow actually a really big difference that's that's pretty great the Corvette has always been a strong value proposition and nowhere is that more evident than this zr1 giving you a nearly unbeatable track performance per dollar now the nice thing is on the road this doesn't feel like a ragged edge track machine either you could genuinely drive it every day the compromises are few and that's what makes this car so special if you like what you see keep it tuned right here and be sure to visit Edmunds.com [Music]

Technology has come very far in the last 10 years that allows drivers to have a faster vehicle with automatic transmissions, while maintaining the feel and control that a manual offers through paddle shifters.

Trunk space is adequate, but the driver's seat felt cramped and back seats won't be very comfortable for full - size adults unless you have the physique of a female gymnist.

By contrast, the benefits of the tried - and - trusted speed - sensitive power steering are retained in other handling situations and are even augmented in certain cases: for instance, the new Mercedes steering can be set up with an even more indirect ratio in the centre position than previous steering systems, providing the driver with a very assured steering feel at high speed, while improving straight - line and directional stability.

There's a very good chance that a majority of drivers would agree with his assessment, but it's unlikely that any viewers will feel confident enough to buy the Jaguar without at least taking a look at the BMW first.

Turns like «Karusell» and «Pflanzgarten», for example, make huge demands of the car and driver alike, yet Megane Renaultsport Trophy is very much in its element here and feels particularly reassuring despite the uncompromising nature of the terrain.»

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Interior quality is best in this class, the quality of switches and plastic used in dash board are best in this class, build quality of body is very best and secure, the front arm rest is very comfort and perfectly placed (when i test drive other vehicles, i feel very discomfort and very small size arm rest is in most cars) tilt and telescopic steering, height adjustable driver seat.

The steering instantly feels quicker and firmer in the driver's hands, and impressive new roll control is noticeable in the very first corner.

Cabin noise is very subdued and even when pressing on the sounds coming from the engine bay are very muted, the controls feel responsive and accurate to driver inputs too, making the C - Class Coupe feel very sporty when the mood takes you.

Predictably, given the closeness of engine performance, real - world acceleration felt very close with four people on board, although we recorded differences on the V - BOX when testing the SUVs» performance one - up (i.e. with only the driver on board, see chart below).

Some drivers may not feel fully comfortable because the pedals will remain some way off if the wheel is placed the correct distance from the body, or it very close to the wheel if you move the seat forward to get closer to the pedals.

There is very little roll and even quick lane changes on the highway won't leave the driver feeling out of control.

The Driver Selectable Steering Mode not only adjusts power assistance levels in each mode, but also adjusts on - center build - up feel and steering build - up curves throughout the steering range, for a very natural and progressive feel.

The German machine could be accused of having a vague feel when set to Comfort mode, but it's a very minor issue and most drivers will find it easy to pilot.

The six - speed ASG transmission features heavy - duty synchronizer rings and a newly developed gearshift actuator, providing the driver with a very direct shift feel.

To emphasise the 4 Series» sporty character, its driver's seat is mounted very low down, so you feel close to the road and more in touch with the car's agile underpinnings.

Despite the A4 Avant feeling very solid and Audi being a respected and desirable brand, our 2017 Driver Power customer satisfaction survey indicates that the Audi ownership experience still isn't perfect.

The low - slung seating position and wraparound front fascia lends the Jaguar with a very driver - focused feel for whoever gets to sit behind the wheel, with the well - bolstered standard seats offering good levels of support.

«We've got ourselves at a very high level, and I feel that we can do well in the race,» said Brabham, one of four drivers on the Panoz team who will drive the car in today's 24 - hour race.

The C Class chassis also makes for a very comfortable daily driver; just pop its Dynamic Select switch into the Comfort mode and feel the AMG Ride Control suspension settle into its softest setting, the optional AMG Performance exhaust quiet down, and the 7 - speed automatic transmission relax.

This truck is built very strong and sturdy, and I feel powerful in the drivers seat when I drive it.

The use of the car was exactly what we needed being a group of four, and we felt very safe with the driver even though the traffic was sometimes a little scary.

Every one we had as a driver or guide made us feel very welcome and comfortable.

After three hours sitting down waiting on the road in the middle of the night, the driver arrived and tells us the road was very bad and a huge rock felt that did not allow the passage of any vehicles.

Everything about it made me feel like I was an actual rally car driver and in turn, made me realise that the future of racing games on VR platforms is very bright if this is anything to go by.

Sporting a top - down perspective, look, and feel very reminiscent of the original Grand Theft Auto games (yes, it wasn't always in 3D you whipper - snappers) Zombie Driver is a bit of a throwback, but that isn't always a bad thing.

I feel this is a very nice touch and should help to make us more friendly conscious drivers as we want to do our best to keep our stats in good standing even if we are the only ones that might see them!

Whether or not they ride bikes themselves, 79 to 97 percent of drivers say they feel moderately or very comfortable driving near bikes with a protected bike lane.