The 2009 CTS - V also comes with new technological features such
as Magnetic Ride Control, an industry - first Performance Traction Management program and the addition of a new six - speed automatic transmission with paddle - shift control.
It boasts an additional engine, transmission and differential coolers and leverages as well
as Magnetic Ride Suspension which lowers the ride height by 30 mm (1.2 in) for improved cornering capability.
The latter controls the engine and transmission electronics as well
as the magnetic ride dampeners in each of three different modes.
Almost as eye - opening
as magnetic ride is the traditional suspension setup in the V - 8 version of the CXL.
Not exact matches
For cost reasons, Audi opted for adaptive conventional dampers and not for
magnetic ride management,
as in the TT.
As in the rest of the R8 range, Audi's
magnetic ride adaptive damper control is an option, instilling excellent body control without compromising too much on comfort and wheel travel.
And with sport mode selected for the
magnetic ride control — another feature newly available this year on the Z06 — the suspension stays flat through corners yet remains compliant enough to articulate over rough stretches, so long
as you prudently lay off the throttle.
I felt the
magnetic - shock RS handled equally
as well
as the Dynamic suspension version, and I preferred the smoother
ride, keeping the shock settings in comfort most of the time.
As well as third generation magnetic ride dampers, the NSX's handling is helped by (deep breath) Sport Hybrid Super Handling All - Wheel Driv
As well
as third generation magnetic ride dampers, the NSX's handling is helped by (deep breath) Sport Hybrid Super Handling All - Wheel Driv
as third generation
magnetic ride dampers, the NSX's handling is helped by (deep breath) Sport Hybrid Super Handling All - Wheel Drive.
Like the well - sorted sports sedan it is, the SS rotates confidently through corners, its
Magnetic Ride Control suspension working
as magically
as it does in other applications.
Magnetic ride control should reappear on the new Camaro ZL1 as well, since the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS on which the ZL1 is based upon comes with magnetic ride as an
Magnetic ride control should reappear on the new Camaro ZL1
as well, since the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS on which the ZL1 is based upon comes with
magnetic ride as an
magnetic ride as an option.
Besides the larger engine, the Denali also has active noise cancellation and GM's
magnetic ride control (the latter is on the LTZ version of the Chevrolets
as well); both are new this year.
Both of the RSs that we drove (on track and then road) were equipped with the standard passive dampers
as opposed to the optional adjustable
Magnetic Ride dampers and it's a set up that we would heartily recommend.
The «high wing» package adds a corresponding GT3 - style rear wing,
as well
as Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres, a re-calibrated suspension tuning and
magnetic ride control dampers.
The new calibrations represent additional refinement to the
Magnetic Ride suspension and can unlock additional performance in Track mode
as recorded by a 1.0 - second improvement in time around Milford Proving Grounds.
Much like the TT Coupe, you can also choose from the Premium Plus or Prestige package levels with similar features, such
as the anti-theft vehicle alarm system, Audi
magnetic ride with sport program, and MacPherson front suspension.
It
rides on standard 18 - inch wheels and summer performance tires (all - seasons are a no - cost option), with 19s available
as part of a performance package also including summer rubber and Audi's
magnetic -
ride adjustable suspension.
The V8 - powered Super would be our choice for its full complement of features and outstanding
ride and handling — although its
magnetic power steering also struck us
as a bit light and devoid of feel.
You already know the bare bones about this car: the same 6.2 - liter supercharged V8
as the Corvette Z06 (minus the dry sump lubrication), making 640 SAE - certified hp and 630 SAE - certified lb - ft of torque sent to the rear wheels through a Hydramatic 8L90 eight - speed automatic and an electronic limited - slip diff;
magnetic ride control at all four corners; ZF electric power steering that varies the level of assist depending on demand and conditions; traction control with more settings than a bridal registry; and a nice Cadillac - designed exterior that won't be mistaken for anything else on Earth.
The Audi
magnetic ride adaptive damper system with its magnetorheological fluid - filled dampers that can be influenced by an electric current is available
as an option.
Reworked power steering and enlarged brakes help the driver to profit fully from the exceptional performance, and to guarantee the highest degree of agility in all situations the space - age Audi
magnetic ride adaptive damping system is fitted
as standard.
Magnetic Selective
Ride Control is offered for the first time on the Z06
as well
as enhanced cooling.
Part of that comfort comes in the Premium trim level, where GM's
Magnetic Ride Control was made available
as standard equipment last year.
The adaptive damping system known
as Audi
magnetic ride is available
as an option.
I would also spring for the $ 1,695
Magnetic Ride Control suspension,
as it's worth every penny to have a car that can be both tight and entertaining on twisty roads and then be comfortable and forgiving for slogging through traffic at the press of a button.
Although Cadillac touts the car's adaptive
magnetic ride suspension, which sees use in such performance vehicles
as the CTS - V, the XTS is not a sports car.
Along with the supercharged and turbocharged technology of the engine, the S1 is said to showcase more of Audi's gadgets, such
as full LED lighting, a 7 - speed S - tronic transmission and
magnetic ride suspension, which will be electronically adjustable from inside the cabin.
It doesn't make the seats hug you tighter
as in the RS4, but it does improve the note from the exhaust,
as well
as activate the car's standard
magnetic ride suspension.
The luxurious full - size pickup boasts a
magnetic ride control suspension system, power - folding trailer towing mirrors,
as well
as a spray - in bedliner.
The 455 - horsepower V8 1LE gets the suspension with
magnetic ride control from the ZL1 Camaro
as well
as Goodyear Eagle Supercar tires, good for 1.02 g, bigger Brembo brakes, an electronic limited - slip differential and the same upgraded track cooling system
as the V6 1LE.
While there is a definite difference between the
Magnetic Selective
Ride Control and standard Z51 suspension equipped vehicles, the honest truth is that you'll learn just
as much using either system.
It's handling is just
as impressive thanks to the car's lightweight, stiff structure, its specially calibrated
Magnetic Ride suspension and an electronic limited - slip differential.
This control also extends to optional systems such
as the adaptive suspension control system Audi
magnetic ride, adaptive cruise control, adaptive light and progressive steering whose steering gear ratio becomes increasingly more direct when turning.
Our first go in a Sportback comes in a car with identically sized rims but without the optional «
magnetic ride» dampers — and,
as it turns out, that's # 995 worth of suspension on which you shouldn't skimp.
The study car, too, has the innovative dampening technology known
as Audi
magnetic ride.
Naturally, a new quattro all - wheel - drive system is available for the 2016 TT,
as are premiums like a «
magnetic ride» suspension, Bang & Olufsen audio and digital HVAC controls.
While that option is going away for 2016, non-Z51 buyers can get these wheels
as an option by ordering the the car with
Magnetic Selective
Ride Control.
The R8 V10 plus has a particularly focused setup — for both engine variants, variable adaptively controlled Audi
magnetic ride shock absorbers are available
as an option.
Stingrays get 19 - inch front / 20 - inch rear wheels
as standard, (replacing the previous 18s and 19s) and now offer GM's
Magnetic Ride Control adaptive suspension
as a stand - alone option.
The
magnetic suspension keeps body roll in check at the expense of
ride quality, which we can best describe
as firm even with the softer of the four driving modes engaged.
Audi
magnetic ride is standard on the Audi TTS and is available
as an option for all other TT versions.
As standard, the system takes into account the engine characteristics, steering, S tronic transmission and quattro drive system as well as optional extras such as Audi magnetic ride, the exhaust flaps and dynamic steerin
As standard, the system takes into account the engine characteristics, steering, S tronic transmission and quattro drive system
as well as optional extras such as Audi magnetic ride, the exhaust flaps and dynamic steerin
as well
as optional extras such as Audi magnetic ride, the exhaust flaps and dynamic steerin
as optional extras such
as Audi magnetic ride, the exhaust flaps and dynamic steerin
as Audi
magnetic ride, the exhaust flaps and dynamic steering.
A $ 2,995 option, the latter consists of an adjustable carbon fiber High Wing, a front splitter with carbon fiber end caps, Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 summer - only tires,
as well
as specific chassis and
Magnetic Ride Control tuning.
Corvette has remained relevant because it continued to embrace new designs and technologies such
as those featured on the current line:
Magnetic Selective
Ride Control, Goodyear EMT «run - flat» tires (coupe and convertible), active handling and a rear transaxle.
As you might have already guessed, the SLA - type suspension specifically tuned for track performance, as well as the new, adjustable Magnetic Selective Ride Control dampers and the electronic limited - slip differential are standard on the 2015 Corvette Z06 Convertible to
As you might have already guessed, the SLA - type suspension specifically tuned for track performance,
as well as the new, adjustable Magnetic Selective Ride Control dampers and the electronic limited - slip differential are standard on the 2015 Corvette Z06 Convertible to
as well
as the new, adjustable Magnetic Selective Ride Control dampers and the electronic limited - slip differential are standard on the 2015 Corvette Z06 Convertible to
as the new, adjustable
Magnetic Selective
Ride Control dampers and the electronic limited - slip differential are standard on the 2015 Corvette Z06 Convertible too.
Overlaying that, TT S suspension has been lowered 10 mm and
magnetic ride dampers are standard (
as they were for the previous TT S).
As seen in the R8 and TT, Audi
magnetic ride is an electronic suspension control system.
A fixed sport suspension is available
as part of a $ 6,000 Dynamic Plus package, but Audi's standard
magnetic ride setup is a-OK by me.
Audi
magnetic ride is available
as a $ 2,400 option.
Audi drive select also accesses a series of optional technical modules including the adaptive damper control Audi
magnetic ride (fitted
as standard on the TTS Roadster) and the six - speed S tronic.