Sentences with phrase «electric power steering system»

At the front there's a new electric power steering system with variable torque assistance, which sounds a bit weird and indeed is, slightly, to begin with.

It features a new suspension and a new electric power steering system that is integrated with the active safety systems.

A revised electric power steering system cuts six pounds off and is tuned to be lighter and quicker; using an electric rather than hydraulic system saves 5 hp and cuts maintenance.

You can detect some steering wheel shake and it could use a more direct feel from the variable - assisted electric power steering system.

From behind the wheel, improved chassis stiffness and a decent electric power steering system actually make the weight loss feel even more pronounced.

As with other electric power steering systems, I didn't feel it fight me at all, instead following my inputs with no fuss.

For easy parking at slow speeds, or for highly responsive steering during spirited driving, the 300's electric power steering system adapts to your needs with precise adjustments.

There is also an all - new electric power steering system that offers the choice of two full - time four - wheel - drive systems.

Other carmakers, including Ford and Chevrolet, have done a remarkable job of tuning electric power steering systems for a natural feel, but Volkswagen isn't quite there yet.

Allowing full utilization of the powertrain, the 2017 Civic Si's rigid body includes highly upgraded chassis and drive components, including a dual - pinion adaptive electric power steering system with variable ratios, sport - tuned suspension, an adaptive damper system, a helical limited - slip differential, larger front brake rotors (12.3 - inch) and wider 235/40 R18 tires.

At full lock in low - speed maneuvers, the hydraulics felt like they were strained slightly, something cars did commonly before the advent of electric power steering systems.

Additional upgrades included a new electric power steering system on rear - wheel drive (RWD) models, complete with a parking assist system.

The Audi and the Porsche both steer very differently to the McLaren (the Germans use electric power steering systems to the Brit's hydraulic setup).

Together with specially tuned versions of Honda's Vehicle Stability Assist ™ (VSA ®) and Agile Handling Assist, the dual - pinion variable - ratio electric power steering system provides highly responsive, direct and accurate steering feel.

We'll be the judge of that — though as far as electric power steering systems go, BMW is among the best.

Other changes included a wider track, standard 18 - inch (460 mm) wheels, larger brake discs, faster engine, six speed transmission, and a performance - tuned electric power steering system.

Speaking of disconnection, a new electric power steering system replaces the previous model's hydraulic steering, and you can feel that.

The first electric power steering system appeared on the Suzuki Cervo in 1988.

The list includes electric power steering system with tilt adjustment, foldable key, an air conditioning system with heater, remote fuel lid and tailgate opening function, front passenger's sun visor with illumination, adjustable head restraints and electrically operated windows.

Electric power steering systems appeared on the Honda NSX in 1990, the FIAT Punto Mk2 in 1999, the Honda S2000 in 1999, Toyota Prius in 2000 [15], the BMW Z4 in 2002, and the Mazda RX - 8 in 2003.

Electric power steering systems don't require any fluid and are generally quieter so more and more vehicle manufacturers are starting to use them.

The Q50 can be had with what Infiniti calls Direct Adaptive Steering, a steer - by - wire system, but this model has the base electric power steering system.

The steering feels neutral through turns and a bit over-assisted — as do most electric power steering systems nowadays.

Like that previous model, the 2018 TLX A-Spec gains a sport - tuned suspension with stiffer dampers and spring rates, a thicker rear anti-roll bar, and a retuned and optimized electric power steering system.

The difference that weighty, newly communicative electric power steering system makes on your ability to gauge the grip level under the front tyres is a big one, too.

The driver has to use the throttle and brake, and shift the transmission, but the car's electric power steering system takes over and parks without the driver's hands on the wheel.

The redesigned LaCrosse is lighter, for improved driving dynamics, and the full - size premium sedan further caters to drivers with an available HiPer Strut front suspension, an Electronic Precision Shift gear selector, and an especially sophisticated electric power steering system; it automatically compensates for cross-wind situations, crowned road surfaces and similar conditions.

«Steering is among the most responsive electric power steering systems on the market, helping to place the SVR where I want it on track with ease.»

Other fuel - saving elements have also been downsized, like a smaller electric power steering system, to aid efficiency.

Trax also features a column - mounted, variable - effort electric power steering system that saves fuel compared to a conventional engine - driven power steering pump.

Unlike many electric power steering systems, the Volt's is communicative with good on center feel and offers decent driver feedback.

The SX has a more - efficient electric power steering system, which bumps its rating up to 18/25.

A 12V rack - mounted Electric Power Steering system replaces a conventional column - mounted hydraulic system and saves fuel — gaining up to a half - mile per gallon of gas.

By incorporating electronic stability control electric power steering systems can instantly vary torque assist levels to aid the driver in corrective maneuvers.

In addition to using a column type electric power steering system, the new CX - 5 adopts rigid steering mounts that heighten its linearity and steering rigidity.

-- Extensive testing programme on European roads — New BLAC - MDPS electric power steering system offers greater accuracy — Revised rear suspension with longer - travel and vertical shock absorbers

The Versa's electric power steering system adjusts its sensitivity, becoming nimble at low speeds for easier parking, and more rigid at high speeds for better feel and response.

Combined with Volkswagen's latest electric power steering system, the Jetta Hybrid offers precise, sporty road manners without sacrificing smoothness or comfort.

Moreover Ford has fitted a new electric power steering system for better fuel efficiency.

The TLX A-Spec also gets a sport - tuned suspension with more aggressive damper settings and a retuned electric power steering system.

Subaru revised the MacPherson front suspension and double - wishbone rear, and added a quick - ratio electric power steering system.

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.

Other upgrades include unique spring, damper and bushing settings, a new Dual - Axis front suspension setup with aluminum lower arms and steering knuckles, a new four - wheel Adaptive Suspension System with three - chamber dampers, a retuned and adaptive dual - pinion electric power steering system with variable gear ratio and a helical limited - slip front differential.

Despite the introduction of electric power steering system to the Honda CR - V and re-tuned suspension for a better ride and reduced harshness, compared to the previous version the car the cabin is quieter, thanks to the excellent double door seals and bolstered the body structure, but the overall handling has marginally improved and we think Honda engineers could do some work out here.

The revised electric power steering system is both heavier and stiffer than the outgoing setup, and while off - center feel and precision are excellent, there's not much feedback when making mid-corner corrections.

BMW has also stiffened up the front - end with a combination of forged aluminium suspension components and a thin, giant boomerang - shaped carbon - fibre strut brace, all accommodating M's first electric power steering system.