"Chassis components" refers to the parts that make up the framework or structure of a vehicle or machine. These components include the frame, suspension, wheels, and other parts that support and hold everything together.
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Meanwhile, a selection of
upgraded chassis components starts with steering links that connect to the center of the front wheels, which help deliver a more precise feel through the steering wheel.
This means it could feature mild hybrid features, such as stop - start and regenerative braking, as well as lightweight
steel chassis components designed to maximize efficiency.
Low profile 18 - inch tires and an even more precise on - center steering feel round out the unique
chassis components of the Sonata SE.
Carbon fiber is one of the world's strongest materials for its mass — enabling an ultra-stiff foundation
for chassis components, while creating a lighter overall package for increased dynamic performance and efficiency.
Continuing financial woes at Holden meant the wider VN body was underpinned by narrow, carry - over VL
chassis components in a bid to save development costs.
Further aiding fuel economy, Ram has stripped out some 225 pounds from the 2019 Ram 1500, with 100 pounds of that total coming from the frame and another 20 pounds from
other chassis components.
The AMG Sport models bear out the high - performance brand's claim with uprated engine output, all - wheel drive as standard in selected markets and
special chassis components and brake systems from the classic AMG models.
The recipe for success is a combination of brutal turbocharged acceleration and upgraded
chassis components from the M3 GTS.
Specially
developed chassis components and aerodynamic measures, plus a two - seat cockpit conceived for track use, equipped this exclusive special - edition model (only available in show - stealing Fire Orange paintwork) for competitive action on the track and generated a particularly intense M feeling on the road.
A new wider front track was introduced to address issues with the previous carried - over
VL chassis components.
In addition to hundreds of new brake component listings, the 2017 Centric Medium Duty Catalog now
includes chassis components and listings for 1 - ton trucks.
The improved crush performance, enabled by hydroformed frame rails and
efficient chassis component packaging, also comprehends design provisions for improved vehicle - to - vehicle compatibility in the event of a frontal impact with a smaller vehicle.
The improved crush performance, enabled by hydroformed frame rails and efficient
chassis component packaging, also comprehends design provisions that help improve vehicle - to - vehicle compatibility in the event of a frontal impact with a smaller vehicle.
While the 2014 BMW M4 and M3 are dripping in carbon, BMW made judicious use of conventional materials, like aluminum for the hood,
many chassis components, and forged wheels.
In conjunction with a series of specifically
tuned chassis components, this means that the new 911 GT3 RS offers extraordinary agility, a high degree of driving safety in the high speed range and extremely stable handling.
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aluminium chassis components and body panels were manufactured and assembled at Abbey Panels factory in Coventry, before the body in white was delivered to the assembly plant at Bloxham.
The production - spec Takeri will not only share styling cues with the CX - 5, though; it will be brimming with Mazda's Sky Activ technology, which comprises highly efficient petrol and diesel engines, new manual and automatic transmissions and
lightweight chassis components.
In fact, the S60 Dynamic and the S60 4C share the same
mechanical chassis components — springs, anti-roll bars, and bushings — except the dampers.
Beneath the car, adjustable Bilstein suspension, 20 - inch wheels, a new sway bar, a new exhaust, and
painted chassis components comprise the van's mechanical changes.
Featuring a new engine, interior and
redesigned chassis components, Mercedes has tread that fine line between modernising a classic and not messing too much with a design that has made it such a hit with buyers.
Although the Ram 1500 hood and
select chassis components pioneered aluminum in 2009, the following chassis elements on the Ram 1500 made a notable reduction in weight by moving to aluminum in the all - new model:
The test mule's widened track and new
rear chassis components hinted that the next - gen Range Rover Evoque would ride on a new, larger platform that allows for a more spacious cabin.
But then
regular chassis components are replaced with a TRD Remote Reservoir Suspension Kit; TRD - tuned front coil springs with Fox Racing Shocks, which add a one - inch lift and progressive - rate rear leaf springs; a TRD Pro quarter - inch thick aluminum skid plate; P265 / 70R16 Goodyear Wrangler All - Terrain Kevlar - reinforced tires; and TRD - tuned stainless steel exhaust.
No doubt the performance of the automatic, and the new electric steering, are the focal points in the Holden VF Commodore at the Nurburgring program, as the
basic chassis components are mostly unchanged compared with the seven - year - old VE generation.
Carefully chosen materials in the body structure and other
chassis components contribute to an overall lightweight design, enhancing performance and drivability.
Essentially a barchetta - style interpretation of the roadster, the Speedster Concept also showcased a more aggressive exterior and performance -
enhancing chassis components on top of being significantly lighter than the standard MX - 5.
The GT4 sits 30 mm lower than a standard Cayman, has upgraded brakes, a limited - slip differential, Porsche Torque Vectoring, and it even shares a
few chassis components with the GT3.
The comparatively low curb weight helps make the most of the driving experience by allowing the use of lighter -
weight chassis components, which reduces unsprung weight to enable more precise handling without compromising ride quality.
Chevrolet Chief Engineer and de facto Corvette Godfather Tadge Juechter says the Z06 achieves performance that simply couldn't have been possible five years ago, thanks to its matrix of CAD -
designed chassis components, advanced materials, and trickle - down race tech.
«Impressive stylistic characteristics have always been the hallmark of the MANSORY lift -
reducing chassis components,» says the company.
(Think of the unibody frame as a skeletal structure with attachments, such
as chassis components and sheet metal.)
Several braces linking key
chassis components strengthen the CTS - V's structural stiffness by 25 percent, and while the wheelbase dimensions from the non-V CTS remain the same, the - V has a slightly wider track in front and back for better grip and steering feel.
Aerodynamically optimized body features and
custom chassis components are matched with typical M precision to the engine performance characteristics, ensuring a perfect blend of outstanding agility and precise handle.
The proportion of
chassis components using aluminium significantly increased for the E39, [7] in order to reduce weight.
The M - specification tuning of
chassis components extends to the electronically controlled dampers and active anti-roll control function of Adaptive Drive, which comes as standard on the BMW X6 M50d and is available as an option for the BMW X5 M50d.
More specifically, Daimler stated that these models will feature «uprated engine output, standard all - wheel drive,
special chassis components, and brake systems from the classic AMG models.»
Both models feature a more rigid body and
upgraded chassis components, including a dual - pinion adaptive electric power steering system with variable ratios, sport - tuned suspension featuring a two - mode adaptive damper system, a helical limited - slip differential, larger 12.3 - inch front brake rotors and wider 235/40 R18 tires with an available summer tire option.
Changes made to the aero and
chassis components of the car are possible for the AI but there's one huge omission: the AI driver can not actually improve its engine performance throughout the seasons.
The suspension side members and tailgate are now made from aluminium, which is also employed alongside high - strength steels in many
other chassis components and the extremely torsionally - stiff body.
On display were finished products such as tablets and ultrabooks running Windows 8, and a whole range of other related products such as processors, touch control chip, ultra-thin panels,
lightweight chassis components, and so forth.