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There is no mention in this early release of Dynamic Chassis Control, a system able to change suspension characteritics at the push of a button.

This persona change doesn't just impact aesthetics though, as the FR brings with it the option of dynamic chassis control (ie.

Despite the misadventures, our enthusiasm for the 292 - hp German hot hatch has not waned — although associate editor Jonathon Klein did lodge a gripe over the absence of Dynamic Chassis Control and the associated adjustable suspension.

Not exact matches

In the Golf R with Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation Package, it also adjusts suspension settings to control the firmness of the shock absorbers.

BMW has also tuned up a few key mechanical and chassis elements, including revising the electric - assist steering system, strengthening the mounting points of the front suspension struts, and firming up the rear dampers for better dynamic response.

«This is a convertible without compromise; its mid-engined layout and carbon - fiber MonoCell II chassis guarantee the same thrilling dynamic performance and exceptional driver involvement enjoyed in a 570S Coupe, but with the added attraction of a retractable hard - top that delivers the extra exhilaration of roof - down motoring.»

Paired with a slick six - speed DSG transmission and with the Dynamic Chassis Control option box ticked, each does a passable impression of a sports saloon — without sacrificing the Superb's USP, comfort.

Dynamic mode tightens things up further, but at the expense of high frequency bumps filtering through the chassis and into the cabin.

A base price of $ 36,470 ($ 38,715 with dynamic chassis control and nav) for a VW Golf?

But hold your applause until we introduce the support heroes of the ZR1 project: a well - behaved cast of chassis items (steering, brakes, tires, and dampers) along with the brain trust (headed by Tom Wallace and Tadge Juechter) who shaped the ZR1's dynamic character.

The A4's helm feels predictably light outside of the Dynamic mode for the chassis calibration, but even then the added heft to the steering effort doesn't cure the steering's disappointing lack of feedback.

Prices begin at $ 189,450, but it includes a grab - bag of desirable options as standard, including carbon ceramic brakes, Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control Sport (PDCC), Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus), Power Steering Plus, and the vaunted Sport Chrono package.

Much of that promised agility is provided by the new largely aluminium MSB platform that will also underpin future Bentleys, but also the systems that Porsche has applied to it — namely rear - wheel steering and the new electrically - powered Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control roll - control system.

Dynamic Chassis Control, never before offered on U.S. - market Golfs, is available only on the higher of the Golf R's two trims.

So rather than allow the 7 - series driver to choose an unwise combination of chassis settings, BMW gives the driver the choice of five pre-programmed settings, accessed through Dynamic Driving Control (DDC).

The T6 has the Dynamic chassis setup, which is firmer than the Touring chassis in the T5 but more compliant than the Sport chassis of the R - Design.

A crucial component of that» Ring record car is the new 48v Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control system.

Inherently more dynamic than the previous car's VW Phaeton - derived underpinnings, the new chassis is both lower and wider than that of the previous GTC and should benefit from a rise in structural rigidity over the old car.

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.

The dynamic downfall of previous A4s has always been a rock hard ride and wooden, lifeless chassis.

That's not exactly the most enthusiastic way to drive a car like this, but it matches the Z4's other dynamic facets well: while all of its key controls are positive and feelsome, they aren't attached to the most playful of chassis, the end result being a driving experience closer to that of a Mercedes SLK than a Porsche Boxster.

The nearest Porsche GB's Press fleet gets to slummin» it in the lower reaches of the 911 range is this Guard's Red 3.4 manual additionally equipped with 20 - inch alloys, ceramic brakes, PASM adaptive damping with 20 mm lower sports chassis, Porsche Torque Vectoring teamed with a mechanical limited slip diff, the Sport Chrono Package (which includes the dynamic engine mounts), a sports exhaust system and sports seats.

The 599's fundamentals, based around the aluminium chassis technology shared by other current Ferraris, have been subject to an exquisite attention to detail, and the car also introduces such features as hyper - responsive «magnetorheological» semi-active adaptive dampers, a bespoke «F1 - Trac» dynamic stability system and the quickest - shifting version of the F1 auto - clutch manual yet, appropriately dubbed F1 - SuperFast.

The standard Adaptive Dynamics package offers a choice of Dynamic or Normal modes (it adjust chassis stiffness, steering and shift response, and throttle mapping).

It can be specced with Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC), which consists of front and rear anti-roll bars that each have an electric motor and gear set.

It has a seven - speed manual gearbox (which no doubt contributed to the impressive 32.5 mpg we averaged on the journey up), no Sport Chrono (so no dynamic engine mounts) and no Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control active anti-roll system (of which we were rather sceptical in the big 911 group test back in issudynamic engine mounts) and no Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control active anti-roll system (of which we were rather sceptical in the big 911 group test back in issuDynamic Chassis Control active anti-roll system (of which we were rather sceptical in the big 911 group test back in issue 169).

Apart from the many - ratio'd manual» box, this Carrara (as in the marble) White car has also got the # 1084 Sport Chrono Package Plus that includes dynamic engine mounts, the # 1772 sports exhaust and, most intriguingly of all, Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control, which adds another dynamic engine mounts, the # 1772 sports exhaust and, most intriguingly of all, Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control, which adds another Dynamic Chassis Control, which adds another # 2185.

More dynamic tweaks come in the form of a new rear axle, electro mechanical power steering and PDCC (Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control), a new system designed to reduce body roll and hence up cornering dynamic tweaks come in the form of a new rear axle, electro mechanical power steering and PDCC (Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control), a new system designed to reduce body roll and hence up cornering Dynamic Chassis Control), a new system designed to reduce body roll and hence up cornering speeds.

But, perhaps crucially, no Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) active anti-roll system that stymied the Carrera S's chances of victory in issue 168's definitive group test.

The Model S is very much a refined and considered saloon car but its supercar - style acceleration isn't quite matched by the dynamic abilities of the chassis.

Examples include the adaptive air suspension with three - chamber technology boasting a 60 % greater air capacity than that of the predecessor, new Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control Sport (PDCC Sport) and rear - axle steering.

BMW isn't claiming any chassis revisions, but the company does employ a policy of continuous improvement throughout a model's lifecycle so there may yet be dynamic differences between this latest version and the original to report.

Just as the engine is held back by its lack of drama, what feels like a fundamentally talented chassis is held back by that usual Audi bugbear of dynamic steering.

Examples include the adaptive air suspension with threechamber technology boasting a 60 % greater air capacity than that of the predecessor, new Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control Sport (PDCC Sport) and rear - axle steering.

The long list of innovative driver aids includes dynamic LED headlights, the so - called Magic Carpet Ride chassis featuring a camera - based damper adjustment system, an ever - more - intelligent brake assist with cross traffic recognition, and a new active cruise control that can even execute lane changes and passing maneuvers.

On activation of SPORT PLUS mode, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) and, in the S models, optional Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) and optional rear axle steering adapt for enhanced roadholding performance by switching to a sportier damper setting and offering more direct turn - in on entering the corner.

(569 N • m) of torque • SRT performance: 0 - 60 mph in the low five - second range, 0 -100-0 in under 17 seconds, 60 - 0 mph in approximately 110 feet • Benchmark braking • World - class ride and handling characteristics across a dynamic range • Functional, performance - oriented exterior design and race - inspired interior appointments • Benchmark performance at the best price PRODUCT CHRONOLOGY 2008 MODEL YEAR EXTERIOR • New color: Steel Blue Metallic Clear Coat INTERIOR • Available Side - curtain Air Bags • Available SIRIUS BackSeat TV ™ • Available SRT - engineered KICKER ® premium surround sound system • New instrument panel cluster • New center console • SRT - exclusive Reconfigurable Display (RCD) • LED lighting in the front cup holders and front - and rear - door map pockets • Dark Slate Gray interior color • Agate - color accent stitching • Carbon - fiber - like pattern door handles and carbon - fiber - like leather - trim steering wheel POWERTRAIN / CHASSIS • New optional 20 - inch aluminum wheel PACKAGES • Super Bee Special Edition — with Surf Blue Pearl Coat 2007 MODEL YEAR EXTERIOR • New color: TorRed INTERIOR • Optional Rear Seat Video system, including KICKER ® Mobile Surround Sound PACKAGES • Super Bee Special Edition — with Detonator Yellow exterior color • SRT Track Experience — Standard 2006 MODEL YEAR New high - performance version of the Dodge Charger with new 6.1 - liter HEMI ® engine EXTERIOR • Colors: Brilliant Black, Bright Silver, Inferno Red • New front fascia with integrated brake duct inlets • Insert in rear fascia • New rear spoiler • Body - color mirrors and door handles (carryover base car) • «SRT8» exterior badge (deck lid) • Mesh grille insert with «SRT» badge • Brake duct system in front belly pan • 16 mm clearance rear fascia to exhaust tips • New hood with scoop, bezel and underhood duct • New hood silencer pad INTERIOR • Colors: Dark Slate / Light Slate Gray • Sport front seats with matching trim on rear seats • Red accent stitching • Carbon fiber leather on steering wheel upper • Satin finish steering wheel spokes (from 300C) • Satin Silver shift bezel and lock knobs (from 300C) • «SRT8» badge below right - hand air conditioning outlet duct • Satin Silver color for center stack bezel POWERTRAIN • 6.1 - liter HEMI ® engine (425 horsepower / 420 lb. - ft.)

Carbon fiber is one of the world's strongest materials for its mass — enabling an ultra-stiff foundation for chassis components, while creating a lighter overall package for increased dynamic performance and efficiency.

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On the occasion I did have to give it a squirt on some bends, the 6 felt planted and confident but despite the addition of the GVC, the chassis still lacks the dynamic appeal of a BMW 3 Series or Audi A4.

Its extensive range of standard equipment includes LED main headlights with Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus (PDLS Plus) and systems such as Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) and Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus)-- to increase driving dynamics and stability.

The latest driveline and chassis technologies heighten the sense of connection between car and driver and enable the F - TYPE to provide an even greater breadth of dynamic capability.

The chassis, according to Kia, is made of 55 percent high - strength steel, providing a stiff foundation, and its Dynamic Stability Damping Control system softens and stiffens things up when necessary.

Advanced and Sporty New Body and Chassis The 2016 Civic will set a new standard for dynamic handling, steering, ride quality and cabin quietness in the compact class, courtesy of its all new platform, featuring the most rigid and tightly sealed body and the most sophisticated chassis in Civic hChassis The 2016 Civic will set a new standard for dynamic handling, steering, ride quality and cabin quietness in the compact class, courtesy of its all new platform, featuring the most rigid and tightly sealed body and the most sophisticated chassis in Civic hchassis in Civic history.

«A high - revving mid-engine with superior performance, a consistently lightweight construction concept and an extremely dynamic chassis with quattro drive system and fully variable torque control — this is what makes the Audi R8 the sporty spearhead of Audi.

Adding to the settings mix is our example's optional DCC — or Dynamic Chassis Control — adaptive suspension which electronically adjusts the firmness of the ride with comfort, normal and sport settings.

With its stiffened chassis, uprated suspension set - up, slick five - speed manual transmission and choice of 147bhp and 107bhp 1.5 - litre powerplant, Colt CZC delivers the dynamic performance to match its head - turning panache.

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The vehicle's air suspension can adjust ride height to facilitate the crossing of rivers or clearing taller obstacles, and hill control and Dynamic Chassis Control round out the features that make the Cayenne a superb trail driver.

The RS also features a set of high tech dynamic engine mounts that depending on driving conditions, change their stiffness enhancing the link between the engine and chassis under extreme circumstances.