Sentences with phrase «at the rear axle»

A mechanical locking differential at the rear axle further improves traction.

As such, the M - branded variants of the new generation could be offered with all - wheel drive based on a hybrid system that puts an electric motor at the rear axle.

The extending rear spoiler integrated into the body reduces lift at the rear axle at high speeds.

The results are greater and more uniform drive force at the rear axle, increased traction and faster acceleration.

Up to 100 percent of available torque at the rear axle can be sent to each rear wheel.

20 - inch at the front axle, 21 - inch at the rear axle.

Optional adaptive dampers and an air suspension system at the rear axle make for a comfortable ride that gets formidable on a winding road.

Like the standard X5, the X5 M gets an air suspension at the rear axle, but it adds adaptive suspension components at the front wheels.

Additional aerodynamic covers at the rear axle further reduce drag and lift forces.

With its wider rear track the GT C also feels more stable and better supported at the rear axle, which means you can lean on it ever harder.

The possible fault at the rear axle might affect the ride, handling and braking system of the vehicle.

A mechanical locking differential operates at the rear axle.

The car also comes standard with an electronically controlled locking differential at the rear axle, which is integrated with the rear - mounted transmission.

The spoiler lip on the boot lid, painted in the vehicle body colour, reduces lift at the rear axle and thereby increases driving stability at high speeds.

For the driver this means greater stability and more spontaneous and harmonious initiation of a change in direction due to the faster build - up of lateral forces at the rear axle.

Production cars don't generally squeeze 480 horsepower out of a V - 6, or have the transmission mounted at the rear axle.

The contact pressure at the clutch plates rises in proportion to the desired torque at the rear axle.

Not only does this further reduce lift at the front axle, it also provides downforce at the rear axle for improved aerodynamics and even better performance — combined with a surprisingly high level of comfort.

Stopping power is provided by disc brakes at front and drum brakes at rear axle.

The placement of the multi-plate clutch at the rear axle provides for a harmonious distribution of the axle loads, and the chassis of the Audi A1 quattro has been adapted to the dynamics of the drivetrain.

On request, Audi will combine quattro all - wheel drive with the optional sport differential on the rear axle: It uses two superposition gears to steplessly vary the distribution of the power at the rear axle between the wheels.

Hyundai Tucson uses disc units at front axle and drum units at rear axle to retard power.

Here, the front drive unit is inactive, and the electric motor at the rear axle with its powerful torque can rapidly accelerate the two - door car to a top speed of 130 km / h (80.78 mph).

BMW does offer an optional limited - slip differential, which is wise, because this is a car that really benefits from having more control at the rear axle away from a corner.

The heart of the quattro permanent all - wheel drive system is the hydraulically operated and electronically controlled multi-plate clutch located at the rear axle.

The PRO-4X's ground clearance is among the best in its class, with over 10 inches measured at the rear axle.

The running gear employs double triangular control arms at the front axle and trapezium links made of forged aluminum components at the rear axle — a configuration that has proven its merit in motor sports as an optimal layout for high dynamics, maximum precision and exact intrinsic steering behavior.

The reverse process takes place just as quickly: as soon as additional drive torque is no longer necessary at the rear axle — e.g. in case of heavy braking maneuvers with ABS intervention — the rear powertrain is deactivated and torque is reduced to zero.

In E-mode, which the driver activates by button push, only the 114 - hp electric motor at the rear axle provides propulsive power.

The gearbox has been switched into a transaxle arrangement at the rear axle to cope with the extra muscle, the first gear ratio is higher while seventh gear and final drive ratios are lower.

To improve traction and dynamism the AMG GT 63 S has an electronically controlled locking differential at the rear axle as standard.

The C 63 Saloon has a separation edge on the boot lid, while the estate has a roof spoiler — each of which ensure even better grip at the rear axle.

The top Roadster also takes its lead from the top AMG GT R sports car where muscular proportions are concerned: the wider rear wings create space for a wider track and wider wheels at the rear axle, allowing even higher cornering speeds and best traction.

The NOVITEC TORADO N - LARGO measures 204 centimeters in width at the rear axle or 12 centimeters more than the production car.

They permit an individual lowering of the car between 25 - 55 mm at the front axle and 25 - 50 mm at the rear axle.

In this case (and if battery charge is low), the front electric motor — which is now being supplied with kinetic energy via the TSI — acts solely as a generator and a source of electricity for its counterpart at the rear axle.

If you want to get the tail out while still having some all - wheel drive traction, the M5 offers a 4WD Sport mode that allows some slip at the rear axle.

It was a Ferrari - based semi-automatic transmission, mounted at the rear axle in block with the differential in a transaxle layout, with the twin - plate dry clutch located in a bell housing attached to the rear of the engine.

The high - end rear - axle differential transfers the forces at the rear axle between the wheels as needed for even greater dynamism and stability.

The width of the Michelin race slicks was increased by two centimetres to 27 centimetres at the front and by ten millimetres at the rear axle to now measure 31 centimetres.

It's available with all - wheel drive, and for the first time with proper torque vectoring at the rear axle.

While the electric motor automatically recuperates maximum energy at the rear axle during deceleration, a high - volt generator connected to the combustion engine additionally charges the battery whenever needed.

The result is reduced lift at the front axle and increased downforce at the rear axle for improved aerodynamics and another boost in performance.

If they rotate at greatly different speeds due to a loss of traction at the rear axle, the oil becomes more viscous as a result of its internal friction.