Sentences with phrase «driver handles the car»

You have to start with the basics, the most basic of which is the way the driver handles the car.

Do you really think some corporation based in California is going to care about how safely Texas drivers handle their cars?

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«The MX - 5 Miata combines lithe, precise handling with a crisp manual stick and a zoomy engine — that gets an enviable 34 mpg — to create the perfect car for the enthusiast driver and weekend racer,» the publication wrote.

During BMW of North America's debut of its M2 coupe on Periscope last month, the sound dipped in and out as the driver talked about how the car handled.

Unfortunately, many of these drivers are not prepared to handle the performance of cars like the electric SUV.

If the car arrives in a neighbourhood it doesn't know or a traffic situation it can not handle, it could rely on inverse semantics to ask the driver for help.

Cars driving near the track's edge will handle differently than they will if a driver takes a tight corner.

The cars roar toward the cliff; Jimmy is able to jump clear, but Buzz, trapped in the driver's set when his coat gets caught on the door handle, plummets to his death.

A wagon - like driving experience The driver sits low relative to the dash, giving the X1 a car - like feel, a notion that is backed by the X1's handling character.

No handling traits to get the hang of; it feels like a big front - driver, so it's as benign a 600bhp car as you could imagine.

Putting the smartphone near the driver's door handle unlocks the door, and having the smartphone in the car's interior means that you can activate the car's push - button start system.

«When we achieve this balance, the driver feels that the car is easy to handle and reliable, and he can use it fully to the limits of its performance.»

I've been patiently waiting to get to a green handle pump coming from the other direction than most cars (German car's fuel cap is on the passenger side, unlike most Japanese and American models which is on the drivers side) and they just scoot on in there and take the pump.

Fighting a leased car that was never really in the kind of league these drivers deserved, handling problems that took them out early in the going.

The Jaguar XFR - S is a characterful alternative, but it lacks the M5's handling polish, and while the Porsche Panamera GTS is almost the M5's equal as a driver's car, it is still some way down on power.

The Vantage's poise and directness are encouraging, and held supportively by the sculpted driver's seat, you feel well placed to explore the car's handling.

All those are better - handling driver's cars that offer considerably more choices in everything from powertrains to exterior colors.

Bad handling is not a driver error, it is a car error.

Modifications primarily focused on improving high - speed downforce, reducing the car's weight, tuning the suspension to handle the «Ring's «punishing road surface full of undulations,» and adding safety gear like bucket seats to keep drivers in maximum control of the car.

In Normal mode, the LS rides and handles as one would expect it to, which is to say, like it has since Day One in 1989: like a big, plush yacht of a car whose goal is to isolate drivers from their external environment, not involve them in it.

When the driver gets within 8 feet of the car with the key fob in his or her pocket, the Continental will turn on puddle lights and will illuminate its door handles in greeting.

After the show, test driver Bob Wallace began work on refining the Miura's handling, a job that included driving the prototype to Monte Carlo for the 1966 Grand Prix weekend, where it acted as the course car and where Ferruccio drew crowds to Casino Square simply by sitting in the driver's seat and revving the engine.

Design guru Cumberford critiqued it as «the perfect daily driver for an enthusiast, a truly excellent, pleasingly fast, good - handling car spoiled by its exterior.»

Power and performance figures grab headlines, but when it comes to the very best drivers» cars — and the most informed drivers — road - holding, handling, ride quality and feel are what really count.

Those of us who might be described as overly familiar with the Miata as a modern and reliable European - style sports car will prefer the MX - 5's natural power delivery and the way its very capable steering and handling can push the driver to improve his or her skills on challenging roads.

Handling is delightful for a front - driver — the car is crisp, turns in well, and body roll is well controlled.

Citroën Racing also revised the ESP to better complement the car's sportier handling and has several levels of interference depending on how the driver sets it.

As a driver's car the Mercedes shades the Audi, both riding better and handling with more aplomb, while its new inline - six engines are smoother than the Audi's V6s.

Despite no one ever saying they're a true drivers car with great driver involvement, handling and feedback... unlike the M cars.

Handling is head - and - shoulders above Lincoln sedans of the past, as engineers set out to make the MKZ a true «driver's car.»

Yes, I know sports car drivers shouldn't care, but I'm here to report the cupholders do their job and have deftly handled the all - important 6 a.m. coffee cup duties.

Infiniti claims a balance of ride and handling with its chassis setup, with Dynamic Digital Suspension, which uses electrically - adjustable dampers and a selection of driving modes to tailor the car's handling to the driver's needs.

That's not a trait that Rogers or other Tire Rack employees like in tires for street cars, as the sudden handling changes could surprise a driver.

Nevertheless, the Ferrari California T has been shaped into a talented and desirable package over the year and the new «Handling Speciale» option package should increase its drivers» car credentials further.

When you're on the verge of slipping and sliding, you need a driver's car to stay out of trouble, and we always feel like we've got a handle on the Mazda 6.

If we could combine the Audi's good looks, brakes, and tupercharged V - 6 with the Acura's steering, handling, and all - wheel - drive system, we'd have discovered luxury car nirvana for the enthusiast driver.

Exceptional handling, rapid accelerations, and needle - bending top speeds surely make the list, but overall, most drivers want their sports cars to provide an overall incredible drive.

The idea is to promote sporty, yet predictable handling under all kinds of road conditions, while allowing the driver to control throttle input to stimulate the vehicle's directional path in much the same way as a traditional RWD car.

The Interior Opted From Factory On Our Car Is Finished With The Obsidian Black Leather Trimmed Door Cards Beautifully Complemented With Black Twin Needle Stitch Detail, The Black Carpets That Have Been Protected With The Black Aston Martin Over Mats, The Obsidian Black Leather Dash That Wraps Around The Driver And Passengers, The Obsidian Black Leather Trimmed Door Cards Detailed With The Turned Metal Aston Martin Embossed Internal Grab Handles, The Three Spoke Two Tone Obsidian Black Leather & Platinum Steering Wheel, The Black Suede Roof Lining And Finalised With The Platinum Internal Inlays, That Enhances This Rather Special Environment Off Perfectly.

With the optional Handling Speciale pack added, the result is a genuine driver's car with terrific performance, fine handling characteristics and a dash of everyday usability you might not typically associate with the prancing horsHandling Speciale pack added, the result is a genuine driver's car with terrific performance, fine handling characteristics and a dash of everyday usability you might not typically associate with the prancing horshandling characteristics and a dash of everyday usability you might not typically associate with the prancing horse brand.

[26] 2010 RX - 8 placed 3rd out of 7 on Car and Driver's The Best - Handling Car in America for Less Than $ 100,000.

The standard Ford Focus is one of the best cars to drive in the small family hatchback class, so it must have been an easy decision for Ford to add power and fine - tune the handling to produce the Ford Focus ST.. More pace, sharper steering and a firmer suspension has only made the Focus more thrilling from a driver's point of view.

The door looks low enough to swing a leg over and get in without opening it, but out of respect for the driver's seat I reach inside and click it open (the lack of exterior door handles adds to the clean look of the car).

Competing in a very crowded segment, the X3 lives up to BMW «s name by being a driver's car with balanced handling and engaging steering.

The new car generates a more powerful handling capability to assist the drivers while retaining its maximum velocity in a straight line.

After driving the Baleno, and knowing that the 2017 Suzuki Swift will focus on being a driver's car, we're certain the handling dynamics that endeared us to the current model will only be improved with the new one.

2002 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 ELECTRON BLUE METALLIC POWERTRAIN / CHASSIS 5.7 L V8 SEQUENTIAL FUEL INJECTION 6 - SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION ACTIVE HANDLING TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM 4 WHEEL INDEPENDENT SUSPENSION DISC BRAKES FRONT AND REAR POWER RACK AND PINION LIMITED SLIP REAR DIFFERENTIAL SAFETY / SECURITY DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS 4 WHEEL ANTI LOCK BRAKES REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY ANTI THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM WITH ALARM EXTERIOR POWER HEATED MIRRORS RETRACTABLE HEADLAMPS DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS INTERIOR BOSE STEREO DUAL ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH DRIVER INFORMATION AND HEADS UP DISPLAY CRUISE CONTROL INTERMITTENT WIPERS BLACK LEATHER TILT LEATHER STEERING WHEEL POWER SEATS POWER DOOR LOCKS REAR WINDOW DEFROST REMOTE TRUNK LID APPEARANCE ADD ONS 600 WATT KICKER AMP AND 10» SUB WITH VARIABLE BASE 5 % WINDOW TINT CHROME Z06 WHEELS CUSTOM PAINTED FUEL RAIL COVERS AND ENGINE BAY STAINLESS EXHAUST ENHANCER PLATE WITH CORVETTE LOGO CUSTOM LLOYDS FLOOR MATS REAR PARTITION WITH Z06 LOGO SYLVANIA SILVERSTAR HEADLAMP BULBS PERFORMANCE MODS BLACKWING COLD AIR INTAKE CARBON FIBER AIR BRIDGE AND HIGH FLOW AIR COUPLER PORTED AND POLISHED THROTTLE BODY UNDERDRIVE CRANK PULLEY COMP CAMSHAFT 230/232 DURATION - 572/574 LIFT - 112LSA LS6 TIMING CHAIN HARDENED PUSH RODS COMP 918 VALVE SPRINGS WITH TITANIUM LOCKS AND RETAINERS 36 LB FUEL INJECTORS FLP STAINLESS LONG TUBE HEADERS THAT HAVE BEEN CERAMIC COATED FLP INTERMEDIATE PIPE WITH X-PIPE FLP MODULAR CATALYTIC CONVERTERS WITH STRAIGHT PIPE OPTION B&B CAT BACK EXHAUST CUSTOM TUNE WITH DYNO SHEET 433.18 HP AND 398.88 TORQUE TEXTRAILA X-GRIP CLUTCH BILLET FLYWHEEL WITH ARP BOLTS KIRBAN SHORT THROW SHIFTER SKIP SHIFT ELIMINATOR SUSPENSION AND BRAKES GM T1 RACING SWAY BARS WITH ADJUSTABLE END LINKS GM T1 RACING SHOCKS STAINLESS STEEL TUNNEL PLATE SLOTTED AND DRILLED ROTORS STEEL BRAIDED BRAKE LINES This car runs great and is a blast to drive.

WinterPro HP is GT Radial's Performance Winter tire developed to meet the needs of drivers who want to retain the handling and precision of their high and ultra high performance sports cars, sedans, or coupes during winter conditions.

The 2007 Audi A4 offers good performance and excellent handling, which appeals to most drivers looking at this class of car.

The driver could choose from three different settings to vary the car's handling depending on driving style and conditions.