The car's fully independent suspension provides a firm, yet supple European ride, and
controlled handling characteristics that border on the athletic.
Not exact matches
They also reduce gyroscopic effects, making initial turning behavior more sensitive and
controlled, and the amount of unsprung weight at each corner — the byproducts of which are improved ride comfort and more desirable
handling characteristics thanks to a lessening of the suspension's overall workload.
The
control tyre for a number of championships, the V70A comes in three compounds and Kumho says it offers superior wet and dry
handling characteristics.
Jaguar says Integral Link offered its engineers the benefit of providing both sports - car
handling and luxury ride
characteristics in an effort to
control lateral stiffness without compromising
handling.
Other
Handling Speciale changes include a revised F1 - Trac stability
control system, with improved corner - exit
characteristics and abilities on bumpy roads.
All that, combined with benchmark braking and world - class ride and
handling characteristics, make the Dodge Charger SRT8 civilized enough for a grocery run but fully capable in more challenging situations • The 2009 Dodge Charger SRT8 is part of a broad lineup of Street and Racing Technology vehicles developed under the credo «Race inspired, street legal» SAFETY AND SECURITY Please refer to the Safety and Security Glossary for descriptions of the following features: • Advanced Multi-stage Air Bag System • All - speed Traction
Control System • Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) • Auto - reverse Sun Roof • BeltAlert • Brake Assist • Brake / Park Interlock • Child - protection Rear Door Locks • Constant Force Retractors • Crumple Zones • Electronic Stability Program • Energy - absorbing Steering Column • Enhanced Accident Response System • Height - adjustable Seat Belts • HomeLink Universal Home Security System Transceiver • Inside Emergency Trunk Release • Interior Head - impact Protection • Knee bolsters • LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) • Low - risk Deployment Air Bag • Power Adjustable Pedals • Remote Keyless Entry • Seat Belt Pretensioners • Sentry Key ® Engine Immobilizer • Side - impact Door Beams • Tire Pressure Monitoring Display COLOR AVAILABILITY • Deep Water Blue Clear Coat • Bright Silver Metallic • Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat • TorRed • Hemi Orange (with Super Bee Special Edition Package) MANUFACTURING INFORMATION • 2009 model year production start: July 2008 • Production location: Brampton Assembly Plant in Brampton, Ontario, Canada • 6.1 - liter HEMI V - 8 engine: Saltillo Engine Plant in Saltillo, Mexico • Five - speed automatic transmission: Indiana Transmission 1 in Indianapolis MARKET POSITION Dodge Charger SRT8 is the latest incarnation of a storied Dodge performance nameplate, combining SRT performance attributes with Dodge attitude.
of torque (10 percent increase), with better fuel economy and increased refinement 6,000 - mile maintenance schedule for all gasoline engines Improved steering linkage for 4x4 models Trailer Sway
Control added to available Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system available 2007 MODEL YEAR YES ® Essentials Stain resistant, odor resistant, anti-static seat fabric incorporated into vehicles with cloth seats Power accessory delay E85 compatible 4.7 - liter V - 8 engine (Flexible Fuel Vehicle — FFV) Optional Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Optional remote start One - touch, three - blink lane change feature 2006 MODEL YEAR Multi-displacement System (MDS) on 5.7 - liter engine is a fully functioning cylinder deactivation system on a pickup truck (first for segment) and enables fuel economy improvements of up to 20 percent Variable Line Pressure (VLP) feature on four - speed automatic transmission (mated with 3.7 - liter V - 6 engine) results in improved fuel economy and smoother shifts Front - axle disconnect system (standard on 4x4 models) minimizes energy consumption and improves fuel economy NV244 full - time electric transfer case standard on all 4x4 models delivers 45/55 front / rear torque split when four - wheel drive is activated Optional all - wheel - drive electronic transfer case «Tow / haul» feature provides crisper shifts and reduces gear searching when towing Re-engineered hydroformed, fully boxed frame with increased torsional rigidity and bending stiffness for enhanced ride and
handling capability and reduced transfer of noise Reduced drag brake calipers contributing to enhanced aerodynamics Coil - over shock, double wishbone front suspension on 4x4 models Specifically tuned monotube shock absorbers Re-tuned springs, jounce bumpers and suspension bushings for enhanced driving dynamics Re-engineered body mount design results in quieter cabin experience and more comfortable ride Re-engineered engine and transmission mounts for enhanced ride and
handling characteristics
With low unsprung weight, they also allowed the engineers greater
control of suspension tuning, which further improves ride and
handling characteristics.
Longer wheelbases — ranging from 133.6 inches (3,395 mm) to 167.7 inches (4,259 mm)-- and wider front / rear tracks enhance the ride and
handling characteristics of the Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD, giving them a greater feeling of smoothness and
control.
More robust wheel bearings up front and the addition of larger lower
control arms at the rear also help refine the all - new Optima's ride and
handling characteristics.
The BRABUS
control module for the standard AIRMATIC air suspension lowers the ride height of the vehicle by some 30 millimeters (1.2 inches), further contributing to more sporty road -
handling characteristics.
BorgWarner says it adapted the GenV integrated electronic
control module to match BMW's unique driving
characteristics and its demanding specifications for improved traction and
handling.
The overall setup of the springs and dampers is configured for perfectly balanced, easily
controlled and above all sporty
handling characteristics.
The
characteristic features present in Jaguar XF R comprise of an engine immobiliser, air conditioning system with heater and AC vents for the rear seats, security alarm system, high class fabric upholstery, and seat height adjuster, music system with USB support, keyless entry, all power windows, back door
handle and central locking system, power steering, automatic climate
control, cruise
control, low fuel warning light, engine start and stop button, etc..
The car also features the Lotus Traction
Control System, which allows the driver to adjust the amount of wheel slip from the cockpit and fine tune
handling characteristics.
There's also optional Magic Body
Control that can actively analyze the road ahead to optimize the ride comfort and
handling characteristics.
The details: Longer wheelbases — ranging from 133.6 inches (3,395 mm) to 167.7 inches (4,259 mm)-- and wider front / rear tracks enhance the ride and
handling characteristics of the Sierra 2500HD and 3500HD, giving them a greater feeling of smoothness and
control.
Profound motor sport expertise is concentrated in particular in the new BMW M850i xDrive Coupe, which offers outstanding dynamic
handling characteristics thanks to a new V8 engine, intelligent four - wheel drive,
controlled rear axle differential lock, Integral Active Steering, adaptive M suspension technology Professional featuring Active Roll Stabilization and 20 - inch light alloy wheels boasting high - performance tyres.
The development engineers have defined the
characteristics of the New Generation i30; precise, natural and connected steering; agile, responsive and predictable
handling; a dynamic ride without compromising comfort with good body
control.
The Sport mode in the Dynamic Select variable dynamic
handling control system sets the SUV's suspension up for sporty and dynamic
handling, while the Sport + setting offers the driver tailor - made
characteristics for even sportier dynamics.
The
handling characteristics of the BMW i3 have been optimized with the improved Dynamic Stability
Control (DSC) system.
Both have six - speed auto transmissions for a v6 «sporty» feel giving the vehicle power, adaptive damping suspension for absorbing those large bumps, and Lincoln Drive
Control with drive - mode settings for excellent
handling resembling the
characteristics of a crossover.
The lowered suspension rests on large, sticky Pirelli tyres and together with the Dynamic Ride
Control (DRC) combines confident
handling with decent ride
characteristics over a wide range of road conditions.
Interestingly, the shock absorbers» oil lines and valving that
control relative stiffness or compliance are cross-connected (left front to right rear and right front to left rear), giving a better
handle on body roll, among other deeper
characteristics.
The agile
handling characteristics of the BMW i3 are improved still further by the optimised Dynamic Stability
Control (DSC) system.
«When you work in a fast - paced environment, you really learn time management skills, how to
handle stress, and to
control your emotions,» says Andria, «all important
characteristics to learn before you attend law school, as they will definitely help ease the intensity of the program.»