Sentences with phrase «of magnetic ride»

These work perfectly within the performance envelope of the magnetic ride dampers, and ABT reset the suspension geometry to suit after fitment.

Having the newest generation of Magnetic Ride Control (MRC) and a stability - control system that features a Performance Traction Management (PTM) system, the CTS - V is sure to handle well.

With the latest generation CTS - V, comes the latest generation of their Magnetic Ride Control, which is nothing short of fantastic.

The old CTS - V wagon made 556 hp from its supercharged 6.2 - liter V8, and handling was enhanced courtesy of Magnetic Ride Control — and it had 58 cubic feet of cargo space.

Arguably the most important change for 2016 is the availability of Magnetic Ride Control on Stingray models without the Z51 package.

New features in the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro include the likes of magnetic ride control, selectable drive modes and Brembo brakes.

This includes a sport - tuned version of the Magnetic Ride Control suspension, carbon - ceramic brakes and Michelin Pilot Super Sport Cup 2 high - performance tires.

There was also a faster - reacting hydraulic central clutch in the Haldex system, the options of Magnetic Ride dampers and six - speed S - tronic, and a few subtle visual tweaks including xenons with LED daytime running lights.

Not exact matches

By combining observations from the ground and in space, the team observed a plume of low - energy plasma particles that essentially hitches a ride along magnetic field lines — streaming from Earth's lower atmosphere up to the point, tens of thousands of kilometers above the surface, where the planet's magnetic field connects with that of the sun.

After spotting initial hints of magnetic behavior, Rode teamed up with magnetic specialists led by John Giapintzakis at the University of Crete in Greece.

For a starting price of $ 52,825, the TTS also gains larger 19 - inch wheels, an adaptive magnetic ride suspension setup, and a few exterior design cues like quad exhaust tips and a different from bumper to set it apart from the standard TT.

The package also includes Magnetic Ride Control, GM's adaptive suspension, but it's tuned specifically for sportier performance characteristics instead of the standard MRC's comfort skew available on Premier trim trucks.

At least our A4's continuous damper control offers a wider range of damping settings than the TT's magnetic ride control.

The roughly $ 11,500 in options consists of the 34 - speaker, $ 3,700 Bose Panaray system, $ 3,300 magnetic chassis package (adds magnetic ride control, rear wheel steering, and 20 - inch wheels), $ 3,100 driver assist package (front and rear automatic braking, adaptive cruise control, night vision), $ 900 comfort package (heated rear seats and cooled front seats), and $ 495 for the Phantom Gray Metallic paint.

The High Wing setup is part of the ZTK performance package, which adds Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 summer only tires (Pilot Super Sports are standard), a front splitter finished with carbon fiber end caps and its magnetic ride setup specifically tuned for the track.

In the case of the ATS - V, however, the marriage of the stiffer suspension with GM's ever - improving, third - gen Magnetic Ride Control is a thing of glorious revolution.

Available in both front - or all - wheel - drive and powered by a standard 3.6 - liter V - 6 rated at 305 horsepower and 264 lb - ft of torque, or high - performance Twin - Turbo 3.6 - liter V - 6 that delivers 410 horsepower and 369 lb - ft of torque, the XTS is also the only luxury sedan with standard Magnetic Ride Control for an incredibly smooth rRide Control for an incredibly smooth rideride.

The uplevel suspension adds a more sophisticated, speed - sensitive, ZF Servotronic II steering box (in place of the Visteon original) and GM's excellent Magnetic Ride Control damping.

As in the rest of the R8 range, Audi's magnetic ride adaptive damper control is an option, instilling excellent body control without compromising too much on comfort and wheel travel.

The current Land Cruiser's hydraulic stabilizer bar suspension does a good job with body control, but the trucklike ride on the boulevard is no match for the sophistication of the rival GMC Yukon Denali's adaptive Magnetic Ride Control or Land Rover Range Rover's smooth air suspension (air suspension also could allow a new Land Cruiser to vary ground clearanride on the boulevard is no match for the sophistication of the rival GMC Yukon Denali's adaptive Magnetic Ride Control or Land Rover Range Rover's smooth air suspension (air suspension also could allow a new Land Cruiser to vary ground clearanRide Control or Land Rover Range Rover's smooth air suspension (air suspension also could allow a new Land Cruiser to vary ground clearance).

Unexpectedly, we found ourselves preferring the six - cylinder car (with Magnetic Ride Control), which felt more enthusiastic on the many tight and sweeping curves of California's coastal Highway 1.

The ride, aided by those optional magnetic shocks, is firm without being overly so, and in any case a simple toggle of Drive Select allows tailoring the suspension response (along with the throttle, steering, and exhaust) from Dynamic into Comfort, Individual, or Auto modes.

Third - generation Magnetic Ride dampers charge and discharge faster than earlier examples, allowing for more precise control of damping rates.

I felt the magnetic - shock RS handled equally as well as the Dynamic suspension version, and I preferred the smoother ride, keeping the shock settings in comfort most of the time.

What's new is that fixed - rate dampers are gone and replaced by magnetic units, which Lambo says offer greater body and wheel control, a wider spectrum of performance, and apparently greater ride comfort.

+ Blistering performance + Magnetic roadholding + Nicely finished cabin — Stiff ride — Tire and transmission noise — Total lack of standard equipment and features

Besides the larger engine, the Denali also has active noise cancellation and GM's magnetic ride control (the latter is on the LTZ version of the Chevrolets as well); both are new this year.

There is, Audi says, over # 10K's worth of kit on the V10 that's optional on the V8, including satnav, premium hi - fi and magnetic ride damping.

Both of the RSs that we drove (on track and then road) were equipped with the standard passive dampers as opposed to the optional adjustable Magnetic Ride dampers and it's a set up that we would heartily recommend.

You feel the VXR8's 1881 kg kerb weight, and roads with multiple compressions tend to over-agitate and overwork the magnetic ride into a series of minor - though - noticeable pitch movements, but overall the VXR8 is an inherently well balanced, stable and enjoyable car to hustle.

Using the machined aluminium collar that surrounds the start / stop button, there are three dynamic modes to choose from: «Dynamic» is default, «Sport» hones the magnetic ride dampers and sharpens the already electric throttle response (come to think of it, they did plug the car in several times during the day... perhaps it was all an elaborate hoax and this is in fact the world's first hybrid supercar?)

With the magnetic dampers in their default «normal» setting, the ride is impressively supple at low speeds, and while it's accompanied by that tautness and sport - biased swagger typical of any high - performance car wearing fat, low - profile rubber, the Spyder is a comfortable car.

During last November's SEMA Show, Chevrolet introduced a new set of performance suspension calibrations for C7 Corvettes with Magnetic Ride Control.

The optional Audi magnetic ride suspension, part of the aforementioned 19» Performance package, can adjust the ride from the firm side of comfortable to roll - free in an instant.

Almost as eye - opening as magnetic ride is the traditional suspension setup in the V - 8 version of the CXL.

Last week at the SEMA show, GM announced that select C7 Corvette owners could have new calibrations for Magnetic Ride Control installed by dealer technicians for the cost of $ 350.

It rides on standard 18 - inch wheels and summer performance tires (all - seasons are a no - cost option), with 19s available as part of a performance package also including summer rubber and Audi's magnetic - ride adjustable suspension.

We got a chance to try out both engine versions of the ATS coupe, including those fitted with Magnetic Ride Control, and came away impressed with just how much tech Cadillac has been able to pack into a relatively small package.

Magnetic Ride Control is in its third generation, and is part of the Performance Traction Management system, a la ZR1.

Some of the new options and features added to the first generation included side airbags, automatic ride control, interactive traction control, and programmable magnetic variable - effort steering.

If you dread the characteristically harsh ride of traditional sport - tuned suspension setups, we suggest you opt for the TT's available magnetic ride system, which automatically adjusts suspension damping based on road conditions and driving style.

The V8 - powered Super would be our choice for its full complement of features and outstanding ride and handling — although its magnetic power steering also struck us as a bit light and devoid of feel.

The Corvette Stingray Z51 convertible, which is capable of accelerating from 0 - 60 mph in under four seconds, includes high - performance gear ratios, transmission - cooling system, larger 19 - inch front and 20 - inch rear wheels and tires, larger slotted rotors and brake - cooling ducts, electronic limited - slip differential and differential cooling system, unique chassis tuning, and available Magnetic Ride Control active - handling system with Performance Traction Management.

Magnetic Ride Control (with StabiliTrak and Brake Assist) Using magnetically charged particles suspended in a synthetic fluid, the Lucerne's shocks continually adjust to varying road surfaces and driving conditions, this remarkable feature responds far faster than conventional valve - damping systems to provide the rare combination of exceptional twisty - road handling and silky smooth highway rRide Control (with StabiliTrak and Brake Assist) Using magnetically charged particles suspended in a synthetic fluid, the Lucerne's shocks continually adjust to varying road surfaces and driving conditions, this remarkable feature responds far faster than conventional valve - damping systems to provide the rare combination of exceptional twisty - road handling and silky smooth highway rideride.

«That confidence encourages you to attack each corner because the Stingray drives so well: the tire grip is incredible; the steering response is some of the best I've ever experienced; the Magnetic Ride dampers allow little body roll through the corner, while still soaking up the rumble strips when you clip the apex,» he said.

The technical enabler of that dual - mode driving character is Cadillac's landmark Magnetic Ride Control.

You already know the bare bones about this car: the same 6.2 - liter supercharged V8 as the Corvette Z06 (minus the dry sump lubrication), making 640 SAE - certified hp and 630 SAE - certified lb - ft of torque sent to the rear wheels through a Hydramatic 8L90 eight - speed automatic and an electronic limited - slip diff; magnetic ride control at all four corners; ZF electric power steering that varies the level of assist depending on demand and conditions; traction control with more settings than a bridal registry; and a nice Cadillac - designed exterior that won't be mistaken for anything else on Earth.

The Magnetic Ride shocks also enable a broader range of damping control to optimize the ride and handling for all driving conditiRide shocks also enable a broader range of damping control to optimize the ride and handling for all driving conditiride and handling for all driving conditions.

It's best to avoid the 22 - inch alloy wheels available in favor of improved ride quality — and to that end the optional Magnetic Ride Control adaptive suspension is a must - have from the options lride quality — and to that end the optional Magnetic Ride Control adaptive suspension is a must - have from the options lRide Control adaptive suspension is a must - have from the options list.

The SS is well equipped to handle all of that power thanks to a performance design that includes 14 - inch front and 14.2 - inch rear Brembo disc brakes, plus the innovative Chevy Magnetic Ride Control suspension system that continuously adjusts the ride every few millisecoRide Control suspension system that continuously adjusts the ride every few millisecoride every few milliseconds.