Sentences with phrase «increases body rigidity»

A new ring - shaped section, defining the boot opening behind the rear seats below the shelf, substantially increases body rigidity.

Subaru claims the new chassis increases body rigidity by as much as 70 per cent over the old car.

The extensive use of strategically located high - tensile steel body structures reduces weight, improves weight - distribution and increases body rigidity, all of which promote consistent, predictable handling behavior and sharper steering responses.

A new lower body structure, designed to incorporate the battery pack, also manages to increase body rigidity by ten percent.

Combined with increased body rigidity, Nissan says the changes improve high - speed handling and ride comfort.

The Altima Coupe, as part of the fourth - generation Altima design, utilizes Nissan's all - new, highly acclaimed «D» platform with increased body rigidity and a redesigned suspension.

Mazda also says the new model is quieter thanks to thicker glass, increased body rigidity and the addition of sound - deadening material throughout, 53 pounds of the stuff.

Finally, Mitsubishi says the 2018 Eclipse Cross features increased body rigidity (compared to what?)

This iteration of the A4 is underpinned by the MLBevo platform that uses aluminium and magnesium in key areas to increase body rigidity and yet keep the weight down.

Measuring 4405 mm long, 1805 mm wide, 1685 mm high and riding on a 2670 mm wheelbase, the Eclipse Cross features a three - point front suspension strut tower and «strategic use of structural bonding» at the rear to increase body rigidity.

Like the original Toyota, Scion says the C - HR name means «Compact size and High Ride height» and rides on Toyota's New Global Architecture (TNGA) that also supports the new 2017 Toyota Prius, with a promise to deliver a «lower centre of gravity, increased body rigidity, more responsive handling and improved ride comfort.»

New bracing and reinforcements to the underbody, front and rear structures, and front suspension have increased body rigidity.

This material is strategically placed to help increase body rigidity, offering you a smooth ride every time you get behind the wheel.

Increased body rigidity is achieved through lightweight, high tensile strength steel, added bracing and additional spot welds.

In addition, Toyota has increased the body rigidity of the minivans.

A range of enhancements (versus the previous generation Maxima) helped achieve these targets, including increasing body rigidity and adjusting the wheelbase and track dimensions.

Increased body rigidity courtesy of multiple new stiffeners, a thicker front shock tower bar and sturdier rear bulkhead

Not exact matches

«Broadened ribs are the first step in the general increase in body wall rigidity of early basal tortoises, which ultimately leads to both the evolution of the tortoise shell and this unique way of breathing.

The study suggests that early in the evolution of the tortoise body plan a gradual increase in body wall rigidity produced a division of function between the ribs and abdominal respiratory muscles.

Genesis says (let's get used to referring to this as a brand name) the G90's overall body rigidity has been increased to a point 6 - percent higher than that of the Mercedes S550, because of 52 - percent advanced high - strength steel, three times the amount used in the old car, and because of 650 feet of advanced structural adhesives.

The Italian manufacturer also didn't release what, exactly, it had done to decrease the overall weight compared to the outgoing California T. «Thanks to the extensive use of modern production technologies, all the chassis and body - in - white components have been redesigned with a consequent reduction in weight despite an increase in torsional rigidity,» said the automaker in its release.

Subaru's redesigned SUV uses the company's all - new global platform, which increases the rigidity of the body structure by 70 percent.

With the development of new chassis, Toyota has focused on increasing rigidity of body structures, with a 30 to 65 percent increase planned, and on reducing the weight of components and lowering the cars» center of gravity.

The body is stronger but lighter, yards of structural adhesive have increased its rigidity and helped quiet the ride, and a revised suspension — still MacPherson struts up front and multiple links in the rear — helps both cornering and ride.

Extensive use of aluminium in the Cayman's body structure means a 40 per cent increase in torsional rigidity and a decrease in kerbweight of up to 30 kg, the Cayman S down to 1310 kg.

For the first time, BMW has used carbonfibre - reinforced plastic (CFRP) in the 7 Series» body shell, helping to increase its structural rigidity and boost safety.

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

Unlike most cars that have bolted on fenders and body panels, the SL is comprised entirely of spot welded panels to increase rigidity and reduce rattles.

According to Mercedes, the move to an aluminium construction has helped the new G - Class reduce its kerb weight by 160 kg in comparison to the current steel - bodied model, while providing a 30 percent increase in torsional rigidity.

Using an intelligent multi-material mix consisting of aluminum, high - strength steel and magnesium, up to 137 lbs have been shaved off the weight of the previous model, while body strength and torsional rigidity have been increased.

Intelligent lightweight construction goes hand in hand with increased torsional rigidity in both the body and newly engineered chassis.

This not only increases the torsional rigidity of the body, but also makes the window frames more resistant to corrosion.

Highlander's body structure will include high - strength steel in the front pillars for increased rigidity.

However, less mass in no way translates into less stability — on the contrary, it was possible to increase the torsional rigidity of the frame, body shell and body mounts by around 55 percent, from 6537 to 10,162 Nm / deg.

Also updated is what's under the skin, and body rigidity compared to the former Hybrid is stiffer thanks to high - strength steel increased from 21 percent of the 2015's chassis to now 51 percent.

To enhance the GT - R's already rigid platform, additional adhesive bonding was added to key spot welds for increased body shell rigidity.

Body rigidity has also been increased so the car feels more solid and predictable.

High - strength steel makes up 54.9 percent of the new Accord's body, and Honda uses structural adhesives to increase structure rigidity and shave a few pounds off its weight.

Aluminum was used to form the hood, which shaves 5.3 kilograms from the car's nose, and structural adhesives were applied to rigidly fasten some body panels together, improving the Type - R's overall structural rigidity without increasing the vehicle's overall weight.

The CH - R is built with high - tensile steel that is strategically placed throughout the body to increase rigidity.

The 2016 Pilot also incorporates an all - new 3 - bone platform while also utilizing high and ultra-high strength body materials, which together reduce noise, vibration and harness (NVH), improve handling, increase rigidity and reduce weight.

Honda claims improved body rigidity with increased use of high - strength and ultra-high-strength steel while achieving a 31 - kilogram weight reduction in the sedan despite it being bigger that its predecessor.

Increased body stiffness (30 percent greater rigidity than the previous model) has led to improvements in noise, vibration and harshness.

Through extensive computer - aided engineering, structural rigidity was increased by 28 percent, while the body - in - white mass was reduced by 133 pounds (60.5 kg).

Based on the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) modular platform, the 2018 Camry claims superior handling characteristics thanks to a 30 - percent increase in torsional rigidity, a lighter body, and a new double - wishbone rear suspension design.

Utilization of high - tensile steels has grown from 40 to 60 %, thus reducing the weight of the car body while increasing its strength and rigidity at the same time.

Body rigidity increases up front with a STI strut brace giving a substantial improvement in steering feel and turn in.

Starting with a solid foundation was a key factor, and the new body enjoys a 28.7 per cent increase in torsional rigidity over the current Soul.

The 500C features fully stamped body - side panels retaining the hatchback 500's profile (door frames, roof pillars and side windows) to increase structural rigidity, reduce scuttle shake, and retain side and curtain airbags — in trade for a less open experience than a fully pillarless convertible.

An increase in body rigidity by 18 % was achieved by optimising the bracket designs and application of adhesive instead of using additional structural steel material.