The phrase
"chassis tune" means adjusting or optimizing the performance of the framework or body of a vehicle, such as its suspension, brakes, and other components, to improve its handling and overall capabilities while driving.
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That rear - wheel steering function opens up a whole world
of chassis tuning possibilities.
Company officials don't claim any major differentiation
in chassis tuning between the new coupe and the sedan, so I suspect there have been running changes to the sedan since it was launched.
Highlights include a fresh exterior style, an incredible amount of technology,
sporty chassis tuning, and a standard six - speed manual transmission.
Its slick AWD system, sticky tires, great suspension, and
excellent chassis tuning convinced me to buy one for my personal fleet and had the rest of our crew head over heels.
Not only is it the better car when it comes to handling characteristics, it also rides much better thanks to its larger wheels and tyres and of course, its
superior chassis tune.
Buyers will be able to choose between four different states
of chassis tune: a basic steel spring setup or one of three optional air - spring suspensions — comfort, dynamic and professional.
With a super-sharp
chassis tuned for track - focused agility, powered by a revised 440 bhp version of Aston Martin's 4.7 - litre V8 and available with a choice seven - speed Sportshift II paddle - shift transmission or unlike the GT12, a six - speed manual, the Vantage GT8 has unmistakable style, a no - nonsense stance and a driving experience that's second to none.
Optional Features: Ecoboost Performance Package - Inc: Black Painted Strut - Tower Brace Performance Rear Wing
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In addition to the new engine, the R - Spec model gets more aggressive
chassis tuning with larger stabilizer bars and unique 19 - inch alloy wheels.
It features M -
specific chassis tuning including standard adaptive suspension, M brakes, and Michelin Pilot Super Sports tires.
For 2018, Subaru has improved the BRZ's infotainment and navigation system, and it has created the high - performance BRZ tS model with
chassis tuning by STI, which is Subaru's legendary in - house hot - rod shop.
With engine output increased to 617 hp, sharper responses and
enhanced chassis tuning, the M5 Competition Sedan delivers a driving experience with motorsport undertones.
The downside is that the LC's low - profile tires and performance - oriented
chassis tuning don't result in a particularly cushy ride experience — especially on poorly kept Michigan roads.
STI editions usually mix and match
special chassis tuning, responsive steering, heavy - duty brakes, bigger wheels, aero kits and pipped engines.
Bernhard based his bold statement on the fifth - generation Commodore's extensive
local chassis tuning by the same team that has localised a series of imports in recent years and developed locally - built cars for years before that.
With its massive, low - profile tires and performance -
oriented chassis tuning, ride quality is choppier over bumps.
It may not have a catchy name, but it has the
best chassis tuning of any Acura since the Integra Type - R (two more discontinued labels), and that's what matters.
And while few have complained about the FR - S» handling capabilities, Motoring's insider says the new car will come with «
extensive chassis tuning feedback» from GRMN (Gazoo Racing tuned by Meister of Nurburgring), Toyota's motorsports partner and in - house go - faster division.
These include six - pot Brembo callipers up - front, a limited slip differential, staggered 19 - inch wheels, a K - brace under the bonnet, uprated
chassis tuning including heavy duty front springs and an upsized rear anti-roll bar.
As well as a more
aggressive chassis tune and track - focussed tyres, the GT R will utilise a raft of new technologies such as active aerodynamics and rear - wheel steering — the latter a first for AMG.
Korean Commodore rival to commence local
chassis tuning program as twin - turbo rear - drive sedan spotted in Sydney
On track, it invites you to probe its absurdly high limits, filling in with
brilliant chassis tuning and driver aides when you overshoot your talents.
However, none of the single - cab's other safety upgrades — which include a stronger ladder frame and the addition of side curtain airbags, a driver's knee airbag, new seats, under - dash padding, all - new body panels, single 130 - litre fuel tank, relocated steering link and locally
developed chassis tune — apply to other 70 Series models.
Then, there's the option of ticking the box next to the GT Performance
Pack Chassis Tuning, but unless you plan on spending weekends on the race track, I reckon that such add - ons are not a priority.
We're impressed with the
new chassis tuning, but would like to see Acura work harder to regain the natural steering feel of the old hydraulic system.
Despite that more
focused chassis tuning, the Juke Nismo RS actually rides with a gentle fluidity that evades most conventional hot hatches.
Genesis» research and development boss, Albert Biermann, certainly knows a thing or two
about chassis tuning, having being responsible for the development of the current BMW M3 and M4 before moving to Hyundai.
As well as more power, SVO will now offer a
sports chassis tune alongside the SVR standard «comfort» set - up.
There is little body movement as lateral forces rise, although
chassis tuning limits the car's ability to carry serious speed through corners — it clearly favors understeer.
This car reminds me a lot of the Roush Mustang that we recently had in the office, in the way the Saleen has been tarted up with racing - inspired body trim and interior accents, plus of course the beefed - up brakes, the
firmer chassis tuning, and the supercharged V - 8 engine.
The Camaro is both smaller and lighter than the G8, and while it was developed by the same team as the G8 (GM's Global Rear - Wheel Drive Vehicle group, based in Australia), it benefits from a more sporting, less compromised focus
where chassis tuning is concerned.
In addition, the steering is accurate and communicative even if the effort level is very light, and you have a good idea of what's going on at the road surface, which is a core tenet of
German chassis tuning.
Most important, the coupe's light weight — as low as 2762 pounds — and
deft chassis tuning give it a purity of response that few cars can match.
What the Megane loses in that slick, everyday VW appeal it more than gains in top -
drawer chassis tuning, and at under # 24,000 it's a real performance bargain too.
Brisk acceleration, coupled with
decent chassis tuning and impressive steering weight, help lend this subcompact a sporty feel.
Plus, all of that juicy, immediate 266 lb - ft of electric torque shoots the Bolt to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds, and the car's
lively chassis tuning proved well - mated to the electric powertrain.
Chevy might have made the Cruze Hatchback sportier than the sedan, but in fact they
share chassis tuning — the Z - link comes only on the Premier trim level on either bodystyle.
It tops the BMW 7 Series in just about every way I can think of, and while not quite as supple and lovely to bask in as the S - Class, Porsche's driver - focused approach and sporty
chassis tune put it in its own category entirely.
The power,
impeccable chassis tuning, and artful interior win me over, but I'm still not sold on the XFR itself, especially when Jaguar still sells an equally fun and equally fast (if slightly less powerful) XF Supercharged in our market.