Sentences with phrase «good traction control on»

Good traction control on snowy roads to prevent slides.

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This comprises the use of an oxytocic agent - a drug that, like oxytocin, causes the uterus to contract strongly - given usually by injection into the mothers thigh as the baby is born, as well as early cord clamping, and «controlled cord traction» - that is, pulling on the cord to deliver the placenta as quickly as possible.

Switch off ASR (traction control) but keep ESP (stability control) on duty for the best mix of slides, smiles, and safety.

Such is the torque that on slippery or even just cold tarmac you'll see the traction control light blinking furiously even when you might think you've short - shifted, but the calibration of the various systems (F1 - Trac, E-Diff3, SSC2, etc.) is so good that you hardly feel them doing their subtle work.

Unlike both generations of R8 the new TT RS Roadster does more or less read from the very well thumbed Audi dynamic textbook — huge grip and traction, plenty of body control and lots of stability, but gentle understeer beyond the limit and not much by way of excitement — but it does so while feeling lighter on its toes and more agile than ever before.

When hooves hit dirt, I let out the heavy clutch, and the rear end hooks up surprisingly well, considering there's no traction control and the matched tires are each only 1.5 inches wider than those on a Club edition.

Switching into off - road mode on the center - mounted rotary dial proves a good decision, optimizing the all - wheel drive Tiguan SEL Premium we were driving for the terrain with a flatter acceleration curve, unique ABS setting, later meddling from the stability control and traction control systems, and greater locking ratio for the center electronic differential lock.

Well, as (bad) luck would have it, the traction control light was on.

Fortunately there's a good traction - control system with an intermediate stage between on and off, and the fundamental balance of the Vantage makes its tail easy to catch, although the short wheelbase obviously means that when it goes it will go a long way quickly.

It gets better when you've got some lock on, and if you switch off the traction control (hold the button... keep holding... bit longer... nearly there now... and... bing!)

On the dynamic side of things, the 750s receive a new suspension, as well as the normal raft of 7 - series technologies like roll stabilization, stability control, and traction control.

The RS2 excelled on snow, well balanced and offering plenty of traction lending it a secure, controlled feel.

SES light flashing with TCF off and traction control light coming on as well.

On the stairs, the Frontier was surprisingly adept thanks to a good throttle calibration in low range, along with a well - sorted traction control system.

Boasting Best - in - Class horsepower and torque with its fuel efficient 3.6 L Pentastar ® V6 engine, plus with its all - speed traction control, load - leveling suspension, and Electronic Stability Control, you can be sure the Dodge Grand Caravan can take on any bad weather or road condition headed yocontrol, load - leveling suspension, and Electronic Stability Control, you can be sure the Dodge Grand Caravan can take on any bad weather or road condition headed yoControl, you can be sure the Dodge Grand Caravan can take on any bad weather or road condition headed your way.

Well, this 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport will have you excited to pick - up even your mother - in - law * Safety equipment includes: ABS, Traction control, Passenger Airbag, Front fog / driving lights, Stability control - With Anti-Roll... Other features include: Bluetooth, Convertible roof - Manual, Air conditioning, Cruise control, Audio controls on steering wheel..., FREE LOANERS!!!!!! PLEASE VISIT DUPAGEDODGE.COM WINDOW STICKER LINK AVAILABLE WITH DETAILED VEHICLE EQUIPMENT AND OPTIONS.

Well, with this muscular 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport, you are going to get it... Safety equipment includes: ABS, Traction control, Passenger Airbag, Front fog / driving lights, Stability control - With Anti-Roll... Other features include: Bluetooth, Convertible roof - Manual, Air conditioning, Cruise control, Audio controls on steering wheel..., FREE LOANERS!!!!!! PLEASE VISIT DUPAGEDODGE.COM WINDOW STICKER LINK AVAILABLE WITH DETAILED VEHICLE EQUIPMENT AND OPTIONS.

So, unlike with the F430, in the Scuderia it's possible to dial - up maximum attack mode for the gearshift, stability and traction controls yet still enjoy a relatively compliant ride, which should enhance its suitability for British roads as well as being a benefit on wet circuits.

A good list of standard safety features including control of traction and stability control, airbags for front and rear seats, airbags for side curtains, airbags for knees, lane departure warning system, and parking sensors on the rear and front of the car.

We got our best numbers with the traction control on.

The Firestone Firehawk AS tire is Firestone's best high performance all - season tire, giving you impressive handling and control on wet roads and improved traction in snowy conditions.

Alright, let me be honest and tell you a few things that I dislike about this car: - Gas Mileage (Hyundai claims it gives you 25 mpg in the city, which is not true, I get not more than 23 mpg in the city for sure)- Traction Control (The traction can not handle the acceleration and the wheels would start spinning, even on the dry roads, not sure what to blame)- USB port - The built in USB port does not support android, at least not in my case, therefore I have to rely on Bluetooth or AUX)- Dull Alloy Wheels - The dullness of alloy wheels for the SE trim does not compliment the car over all, but eh, I can't complain much as it is a BASE model Now, the things I absolutely love about this car: - Great Turn Radius - Beautiful LED lights (even with base model)- Highway mileage (35 mpg even driving at 75 miles an hour, you might get better than 37 mpg if you drive at 55 miles an hour)- Spacious trunk - Great leg room for rear seats - Just enough power to accelerate quickly and merge on to the highways / freeways - Amazing Brakes - Sports, ECO and Normal Mode (For those who do not know, once switched to SPORTS mode, the car's steering becomes stiff as well as the engine along with the help of transmission helps you accelerate the car faster, you actually feel like driving a spoTraction Control (The traction can not handle the acceleration and the wheels would start spinning, even on the dry roads, not sure what to blame)- USB port - The built in USB port does not support android, at least not in my case, therefore I have to rely on Bluetooth or AUX)- Dull Alloy Wheels - The dullness of alloy wheels for the SE trim does not compliment the car over all, but eh, I can't complain much as it is a BASE model Now, the things I absolutely love about this car: - Great Turn Radius - Beautiful LED lights (even with base model)- Highway mileage (35 mpg even driving at 75 miles an hour, you might get better than 37 mpg if you drive at 55 miles an hour)- Spacious trunk - Great leg room for rear seats - Just enough power to accelerate quickly and merge on to the highways / freeways - Amazing Brakes - Sports, ECO and Normal Mode (For those who do not know, once switched to SPORTS mode, the car's steering becomes stiff as well as the engine along with the help of transmission helps you accelerate the car faster, you actually feel like driving a spotraction can not handle the acceleration and the wheels would start spinning, even on the dry roads, not sure what to blame)- USB port - The built in USB port does not support android, at least not in my case, therefore I have to rely on Bluetooth or AUX)- Dull Alloy Wheels - The dullness of alloy wheels for the SE trim does not compliment the car over all, but eh, I can't complain much as it is a BASE model Now, the things I absolutely love about this car: - Great Turn Radius - Beautiful LED lights (even with base model)- Highway mileage (35 mpg even driving at 75 miles an hour, you might get better than 37 mpg if you drive at 55 miles an hour)- Spacious trunk - Great leg room for rear seats - Just enough power to accelerate quickly and merge on to the highways / freeways - Amazing Brakes - Sports, ECO and Normal Mode (For those who do not know, once switched to SPORTS mode, the car's steering becomes stiff as well as the engine along with the help of transmission helps you accelerate the car faster, you actually feel like driving a sports car.

The safety of the car has been improved with additional airbags throughout the vehicle, as well as standard traction control on all models.

The best type of collision is the one that's avoided entirely, which is why Chevrolet offers some of the most ingenious and proactive automotive safety technologies on the road today, like the StabiliTrak ® Electronic Stability Control System that's standard on all Chevrolet vehicles and helps increase safety and driver confidence by automatically helping you control your vehicle in low - traction driving condControl System that's standard on all Chevrolet vehicles and helps increase safety and driver confidence by automatically helping you control your vehicle in low - traction driving condcontrol your vehicle in low - traction driving conditions.

Thanks to its anti-lock braking system giving you better traction on slippery roads and its available hill start assist and available hill descent control giving you more control on steeper climbs, getting to jobsites is no problem.

Add in what is arguably the best electronic traction control system on the market and you can see why Land Rover was so confident.

As good as the LR4 was on the trail, it had a tougher time in sand, where the traction control cut in a little too early to realize the potential of the sweet 5.0 L V - 8.

Antilock brakes with emergency brake assist, electronic stability, and traction control are also on board, picking up sensibility as well as safety.

Things I love: safety features (airbags all around, stability and traction control + the usual - ABS etc.), power (250 hp), transmission (smooth, gear stays on until red zone if you hit it), comfort (seats, rear A / C - heat fan, illuminated power switches, auto up / down window for driver & pass), optional features (front & REAR reading lights, huge trunk, good stereo), and highway gas mileage (28).

The tyres are wider than the regular saloon's, so there's plenty of grip, although the sheer amount of power on offer means that, despite the best efforts of the clever electronic differential, the car relies heavily on its traction control on the exit of tight corners.

Mixed feelings on the traction control; it, along with the abs seem to do more harm than good.

Standard safety features on the C - Max include antilock brakes, stability and traction control, as well as multiple airbags.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) contains ABS brakes, a stability system, and All - Speed traction control to help the operator drive better on different terrainControl (ESC) contains ABS brakes, a stability system, and All - Speed traction control to help the operator drive better on different terraincontrol to help the operator drive better on different terrain types.

AWD.INCLUDED OPTIONAL FEATURES: AWD, 12 Speakers, 20 Machined Aluminum w / Painted Pockets Wheels, 3.16 Axle Ratio, 3rd row seats: split - bench, 4 - Wheel Disc Brakes, ABS brakes, Air Conditioning, AM / FM radio: SiriusXM, Auto - dimming Rear - View mirror, Automatic temperature control, Bumpers: body - color, CD player, Compass, Delay - off headlights, Driver door bin, Driver vanity mirror, Dual front impact airbags, Dual front side impact airbags, Electronic Stability Control, Four wheel independent suspension, Front anti-roll bar, Front Bucket Seats, Front Center Armrest, Front dual zone A / C, Front fog lights, Front reading lights, Fully automatic headlights, Heated door mirrors, Heated front seats, Illuminated entry, Knee airbag, Low tire pressure warning, Occupant sensing airbag, Outside temperature display, Overhead airbag, Overhead console, Panic alarm, Passenger door bin, Passenger vanity mirror, Perforated Leather - Trimmed Heated Bucket Seats, Power door mirrors, Power driver seat, Power passenger seat, Power steering, Power windows, Premium audio system: Sony, Radio data system, Radio: Premium Audio System by Sony, Rear air conditioning, Rear anti-roll bar, Rear reading lights, Rear seat center armrest, Rear window defroster, Rear window wiper, Remote keyless entry, Roof rack: rails only, Security system, Speed control, Speed - sensing steering, Speed - Sensitive Wipers, Split folding rear seat, Spoiler, Steering wheel mounted audio controls, Tachometer, Telescoping steering wheel, Tilt steering wheel, Traction control, Trip computer, Turn signal indicator mirrors, and Variably intermittent wipers.Awards: * Ward's 10 Best Engines * 2013 KBB.com 5 - Year Cost to Own Awards * 2013 KBB.com Brand Image AwardsWe offer Market Based Pricing, please call to check on the availability of this vcontrol, Bumpers: body - color, CD player, Compass, Delay - off headlights, Driver door bin, Driver vanity mirror, Dual front impact airbags, Dual front side impact airbags, Electronic Stability Control, Four wheel independent suspension, Front anti-roll bar, Front Bucket Seats, Front Center Armrest, Front dual zone A / C, Front fog lights, Front reading lights, Fully automatic headlights, Heated door mirrors, Heated front seats, Illuminated entry, Knee airbag, Low tire pressure warning, Occupant sensing airbag, Outside temperature display, Overhead airbag, Overhead console, Panic alarm, Passenger door bin, Passenger vanity mirror, Perforated Leather - Trimmed Heated Bucket Seats, Power door mirrors, Power driver seat, Power passenger seat, Power steering, Power windows, Premium audio system: Sony, Radio data system, Radio: Premium Audio System by Sony, Rear air conditioning, Rear anti-roll bar, Rear reading lights, Rear seat center armrest, Rear window defroster, Rear window wiper, Remote keyless entry, Roof rack: rails only, Security system, Speed control, Speed - sensing steering, Speed - Sensitive Wipers, Split folding rear seat, Spoiler, Steering wheel mounted audio controls, Tachometer, Telescoping steering wheel, Tilt steering wheel, Traction control, Trip computer, Turn signal indicator mirrors, and Variably intermittent wipers.Awards: * Ward's 10 Best Engines * 2013 KBB.com 5 - Year Cost to Own Awards * 2013 KBB.com Brand Image AwardsWe offer Market Based Pricing, please call to check on the availability of this vControl, Four wheel independent suspension, Front anti-roll bar, Front Bucket Seats, Front Center Armrest, Front dual zone A / C, Front fog lights, Front reading lights, Fully automatic headlights, Heated door mirrors, Heated front seats, Illuminated entry, Knee airbag, Low tire pressure warning, Occupant sensing airbag, Outside temperature display, Overhead airbag, Overhead console, Panic alarm, Passenger door bin, Passenger vanity mirror, Perforated Leather - Trimmed Heated Bucket Seats, Power door mirrors, Power driver seat, Power passenger seat, Power steering, Power windows, Premium audio system: Sony, Radio data system, Radio: Premium Audio System by Sony, Rear air conditioning, Rear anti-roll bar, Rear reading lights, Rear seat center armrest, Rear window defroster, Rear window wiper, Remote keyless entry, Roof rack: rails only, Security system, Speed control, Speed - sensing steering, Speed - Sensitive Wipers, Split folding rear seat, Spoiler, Steering wheel mounted audio controls, Tachometer, Telescoping steering wheel, Tilt steering wheel, Traction control, Trip computer, Turn signal indicator mirrors, and Variably intermittent wipers.Awards: * Ward's 10 Best Engines * 2013 KBB.com 5 - Year Cost to Own Awards * 2013 KBB.com Brand Image AwardsWe offer Market Based Pricing, please call to check on the availability of this vcontrol, Speed - sensing steering, Speed - Sensitive Wipers, Split folding rear seat, Spoiler, Steering wheel mounted audio controls, Tachometer, Telescoping steering wheel, Tilt steering wheel, Traction control, Trip computer, Turn signal indicator mirrors, and Variably intermittent wipers.Awards: * Ward's 10 Best Engines * 2013 KBB.com 5 - Year Cost to Own Awards * 2013 KBB.com Brand Image AwardsWe offer Market Based Pricing, please call to check on the availability of this vcontrol, Trip computer, Turn signal indicator mirrors, and Variably intermittent wipers.Awards: * Ward's 10 Best Engines * 2013 KBB.com 5 - Year Cost to Own Awards * 2013 KBB.com Brand Image AwardsWe offer Market Based Pricing, please call to check on the availability of this vehicle.

1500 Express, 4D Crew Cab, HEMI 5.7 L V8 Multi Displacement VVT, 8 - Speed Automatic, 4WD, ABS brakes, Electronic Stability Control, Heated door mirrors, Low tire pressure warning, Traction control.INCLUDED OPTIONAL FEATURES: 1500 Express, 4D Crew Cab, HEMI 5.7 L V8 Multi Displacement VVT, 8 - Speed Automatic, 4WD, ABS brakes, Electronic Stability Control, Heated door mirrors, Low tire pressure warning, Traction control, 3.21 Rear Axle Ratio, 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat, 4 - Wheel Disc Brakes, 6 Speakers, Active Grille Shutters, Air Conditioning, AM / FM radio, Black Exterior Mirrors, Brake assist, Center Hub, Delay - off headlights, Driver door bin, Dual front impact airbags, Dual front side impact airbags, Electronic Shift, Exterior Mirrors w / Heating Element, Front anti-roll bar, Front Armrest w / 3 Cupholders, Front Center Armrest, Front wheel independent suspension, Fully automatic headlights, Heavy Duty Vinyl 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat, Media Hub (USB, AUX), Occupant sensing airbag, Overhead airbag, Passenger door bin, Power door mirrors, Power steering, Power windows, Radio data system, Radio: Uconnect 3.0 AM / FM, Rear anti-roll bar, Rear Folding Seat, Rear seat center armrest, Rear step bumper, Speed control, Storage Tray, Tachometer, Tilt steering wheel, Tip Start, Variably intermittent wipers, and Voltmeter.Awards: * Green Car Journal Green Truck of the Year * 2015 KBB.com 15 Best Family CarsBased on 2017 EPA mileage rControl, Heated door mirrors, Low tire pressure warning, Traction control.INCLUDED OPTIONAL FEATURES: 1500 Express, 4D Crew Cab, HEMI 5.7 L V8 Multi Displacement VVT, 8 - Speed Automatic, 4WD, ABS brakes, Electronic Stability Control, Heated door mirrors, Low tire pressure warning, Traction control, 3.21 Rear Axle Ratio, 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat, 4 - Wheel Disc Brakes, 6 Speakers, Active Grille Shutters, Air Conditioning, AM / FM radio, Black Exterior Mirrors, Brake assist, Center Hub, Delay - off headlights, Driver door bin, Dual front impact airbags, Dual front side impact airbags, Electronic Shift, Exterior Mirrors w / Heating Element, Front anti-roll bar, Front Armrest w / 3 Cupholders, Front Center Armrest, Front wheel independent suspension, Fully automatic headlights, Heavy Duty Vinyl 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat, Media Hub (USB, AUX), Occupant sensing airbag, Overhead airbag, Passenger door bin, Power door mirrors, Power steering, Power windows, Radio data system, Radio: Uconnect 3.0 AM / FM, Rear anti-roll bar, Rear Folding Seat, Rear seat center armrest, Rear step bumper, Speed control, Storage Tray, Tachometer, Tilt steering wheel, Tip Start, Variably intermittent wipers, and Voltmeter.Awards: * Green Car Journal Green Truck of the Year * 2015 KBB.com 15 Best Family CarsBased on 2017 EPA mileage rcontrol.INCLUDED OPTIONAL FEATURES: 1500 Express, 4D Crew Cab, HEMI 5.7 L V8 Multi Displacement VVT, 8 - Speed Automatic, 4WD, ABS brakes, Electronic Stability Control, Heated door mirrors, Low tire pressure warning, Traction control, 3.21 Rear Axle Ratio, 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat, 4 - Wheel Disc Brakes, 6 Speakers, Active Grille Shutters, Air Conditioning, AM / FM radio, Black Exterior Mirrors, Brake assist, Center Hub, Delay - off headlights, Driver door bin, Dual front impact airbags, Dual front side impact airbags, Electronic Shift, Exterior Mirrors w / Heating Element, Front anti-roll bar, Front Armrest w / 3 Cupholders, Front Center Armrest, Front wheel independent suspension, Fully automatic headlights, Heavy Duty Vinyl 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat, Media Hub (USB, AUX), Occupant sensing airbag, Overhead airbag, Passenger door bin, Power door mirrors, Power steering, Power windows, Radio data system, Radio: Uconnect 3.0 AM / FM, Rear anti-roll bar, Rear Folding Seat, Rear seat center armrest, Rear step bumper, Speed control, Storage Tray, Tachometer, Tilt steering wheel, Tip Start, Variably intermittent wipers, and Voltmeter.Awards: * Green Car Journal Green Truck of the Year * 2015 KBB.com 15 Best Family CarsBased on 2017 EPA mileage rControl, Heated door mirrors, Low tire pressure warning, Traction control, 3.21 Rear Axle Ratio, 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat, 4 - Wheel Disc Brakes, 6 Speakers, Active Grille Shutters, Air Conditioning, AM / FM radio, Black Exterior Mirrors, Brake assist, Center Hub, Delay - off headlights, Driver door bin, Dual front impact airbags, Dual front side impact airbags, Electronic Shift, Exterior Mirrors w / Heating Element, Front anti-roll bar, Front Armrest w / 3 Cupholders, Front Center Armrest, Front wheel independent suspension, Fully automatic headlights, Heavy Duty Vinyl 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat, Media Hub (USB, AUX), Occupant sensing airbag, Overhead airbag, Passenger door bin, Power door mirrors, Power steering, Power windows, Radio data system, Radio: Uconnect 3.0 AM / FM, Rear anti-roll bar, Rear Folding Seat, Rear seat center armrest, Rear step bumper, Speed control, Storage Tray, Tachometer, Tilt steering wheel, Tip Start, Variably intermittent wipers, and Voltmeter.Awards: * Green Car Journal Green Truck of the Year * 2015 KBB.com 15 Best Family CarsBased on 2017 EPA mileage rcontrol, 3.21 Rear Axle Ratio, 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat, 4 - Wheel Disc Brakes, 6 Speakers, Active Grille Shutters, Air Conditioning, AM / FM radio, Black Exterior Mirrors, Brake assist, Center Hub, Delay - off headlights, Driver door bin, Dual front impact airbags, Dual front side impact airbags, Electronic Shift, Exterior Mirrors w / Heating Element, Front anti-roll bar, Front Armrest w / 3 Cupholders, Front Center Armrest, Front wheel independent suspension, Fully automatic headlights, Heavy Duty Vinyl 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat, Media Hub (USB, AUX), Occupant sensing airbag, Overhead airbag, Passenger door bin, Power door mirrors, Power steering, Power windows, Radio data system, Radio: Uconnect 3.0 AM / FM, Rear anti-roll bar, Rear Folding Seat, Rear seat center armrest, Rear step bumper, Speed control, Storage Tray, Tachometer, Tilt steering wheel, Tip Start, Variably intermittent wipers, and Voltmeter.Awards: * Green Car Journal Green Truck of the Year * 2015 KBB.com 15 Best Family CarsBased on 2017 EPA mileage rcontrol, Storage Tray, Tachometer, Tilt steering wheel, Tip Start, Variably intermittent wipers, and Voltmeter.Awards: * Green Car Journal Green Truck of the Year * 2015 KBB.com 15 Best Family CarsBased on 2017 EPA mileage ratings.

The XF gets a full assortment of active and passive safety features including the usual stability (and traction) control plus the newer AEB (that works both in town and on the highway) as well as a lane keep assist function with lane departure warning.

All version of the Toyota Auris estate have anti-lock brakes, emergency braking assistance, stability control to help prevent skids, traction control for better grip on slippery surfaces, hill - start assistance and a full suite of airbags (driver, passenger, driver's knee, side and curtain).

-- A solid body structure as stiff as any in the global midsize sedan market, allowing for precise tuning and dynamic vehicle control — A premium steering gear that ensures smooth, precise responsiveness and on - center feel — Proven and continuously refined MacPherson strut front and mutli - link rear suspensions — Large, ventilated front disc and solid rear disc brakes, clamped on by dual - piston front and single - piston rear aluminum calipers, which are expected to deliver best - in - class stopping distance — An isolated engine cradle for tuned, refined feedback, without noise or vibration — Fuel - saving electric power rack - and - pinion variable - effort power steering, resulting in effortless low - speed maneuvers and a higher degree of steering feel at higher speeds — Chassis control technologies include four - channel anti-lock brakes, full - function traction control, four - corner electronic stability control, electronic brake force distribution, brake assist system, corner brake control, hydraulic brake fade assist and drag torque control.

The Equinox Fuel Cell includes safety features such as ABS, traction control system, and GM's OnStar telematics service, which offers drivers advice on operating the cars as well as information on nearby hydrogen filling stations.

2012 Toyota Tundra Crew Cab - stock # B1763a106, 738 milesAuxiliary Input - Keyless Entry - 12v Power Outlet - CD Player - Cruise - Tinted Windows - Steering Wheel Controls - Alarm - Lots of Power Options - ABS - Traction Control - Stability Control - Automatic - 5.7 liter - V8 - 4Ã — 4See additional inventory Listed on Craigslist — > Click to the right — more ads by this user — > â» Good Cred

Report: 4 of 4 Previous reports: Sept.» 08, Jan.» 09, Apr.»09 Base price: $ 31,450 Price as tested: $ 36,020 Four - wheel - drive system: Two - speed, part - time electronic shift on the fly Long - Term Numbers Miles to date: 23,315 Miles since last report: 7,288 Average mpg (this report): 13.33 Test best tank (mpg): 17.18 Test worst tank (mpg): 8.25 (towing) Maintenance Oil change: $ 62.15 Mid-service: $ 132.50 Problem areas: Warped front rotors, some squeaks and creaks What's Hot, What's Not Hot: Awesome power, exhaust note, features, storage, fine tow rig Not: Interior quality not as good as competition, aggressive traction control, some squeaks and rattles Logbook Quotes * «King Cab is a great size for a personal - use truck, but if you want to put real people back there, get the Crew.»

The four standard drive modes — Sport, Bentley, Comfort, and Custom — integrate the sophisticated chassis» settings, from ride height to damping to active anti-roll control, as well as stability and traction, and combine it with engine and transmission calibration to create truly distinct driving dynamics based on the driver's preferences.

Critical Knowledge: 2010 Toyota Avalon: One new color - otherwise a carryover for 2010.2010 Toyota Camry: The best - selling Camry receives a host of improvements including upgraded engines, new wheels, audio and Bluetooth updates, and standard traction and stability control.2010 Toyota Corolla: New standard traction and stability control - otherwise a carryover for 2010.2010 Toyota Highlander: Some of the exterior badging is removed, while the moonroof and back - up camera become optional on certain models.

Report: 3 of 4 Previous reports: Sept.» 08, Jan.»09 Base price: $ 31,450 Price as tested: $ 36,020 Four - wheel - drive system: Two - speed, part - time electronic, shift on the fly Long - Term Numbers Miles to date: 16,027 Miles since last report: 3,265 Average mpg (this report): 12.67 Test best tank (mpg): 16.37 Test worst tank (mpg): 10.84 (towing) Maintenance None Problem areas: Warped front rotors What's Hot, What's Not Hot: Exceptional drivetrain, great tow rig Not: Aggressive traction control, some creaks and rattles Logbook Quotes * «Great throttle response.»

I know even good winter rear tires aren't a match for slick roads, but I suspect that you could get things pretty loose on dry summer pavement as well — especially if you flick off the traction control.

For instance, the 4WD system lets you easily switch between conditions, and the traction control system on the Land Rovers stand out as some of the best.

Traction control is standard on several luxury cars as well as a few lower - priced cars, such as the Oldsmobile Achieva and Buick Skylark.

The 2.5 also gets a vertical grille; the 3.2 a horizontal grille to differentiate the two.The new TL sedans, due in April, offer dual air bags, anti-lock brakes, air, AM / FM stereos with cassette (and compact disc for the 3.2), as well as traction control (optional on the 2.5)

The GTI gets a new eight - speaker stereo system.Jetta: Same changes as the Golf.Cabrio: Same changes as Golf and Jetta.Passat: VW's flagship gets a wood shifter knob, traction control on the GLX and the same upgrades as the Golf, Jetta and Cabrio.New Beetle: The turbocharged New Beetle comes with VW's traction control system called Anti-Slip Regulation as well as the same upgrades for the Golf, Jetta, Cabrio and Passat.

Well, on a sandy, dried - up lake bed in Thailand, we were instructed to disable the car's traction control system before being sent out on a given route to test out the Forester's all - wheel drive system.