Sentences with phrase «of road surface conditions»

Moreover, both the Dynamic Torque Vectoring AWD system and the new E-Four system feature AWD Integrated Management (AIM), which harmonizes engine, transmission, braking, and 4WD systems to offer superb handling and stability regardless of road surface conditions.

Not exact matches

As an example, Kaehny noted all three have different standards for rating the condition of pavement, which means each uses different timetables to determine when a road surface needs repaving.

Good for running on most conditions, especially on roads and solid surfaces (they may even be the best running shoes for treadmills), these shoes have a good amount of space within the toe box for wider feet as well.

Accurate forecasts for road surface temperatures are important as, when it is possible to anticipate the freezing of the road surface, roads can be salted in time and motorists warned about the slippery conditions.

He has three patents to his credit in the areas of passive sensing for road surface condition detection and protocols for mobile ad - hoc networks.

This data is used in conjunction with ultrasonic sensors, a forward - facing camera and forward radar to build up a clear picture of the road ahead, traffic conditions, surfaces and movement in all weathers and all levels of visibility.

Because all of them will have done a rain dance, hoping for the RS3's preferred road conditions - a wet, greasy surface, puddles, and other challenges that turn the car from massively grippy, locked - down and pretty undramatic into something a little more exuberant.

Still, we had a great afternoon, buoyed by the success of the new Miata's more nimble and connected handling performance on a variety of road conditions, its stronger and more willing engine, its isolation from chattery road surfaces, and its much - improved body structure.

An evolution of the Swedish company's electronic damping technology, an electronic valve is positioned within the damper and constantly monitors both driver inputs and the road surface conditions to adjust the damping rate accordingly.

Depending on your definition of perfection, the Audi comes close to being one of the easiest cars to drive fast, irrespective of road and surface conditions.

Applying the same thinking to the road, the change in surface conditions has a massive bearing on the performance of a vehicle and the only connection we have is the contact patches of tyres.

Have you ruled out the effect of tire tread, tire pressure, road surface / condition, weather, etc?

When accelerating or starting under slippery conditions, such as when the road surface is wet, TRC engages to improve the ability of a vehicle's wheels to grip the road surface.

Helps ensure the vehicle will be sure - footed on the road in a variety of conditions, such as fast cornering, uneven pavement, potholes, slippery surfaces and anything that compromises traction

The 7 Series is the world's first car to feature an electronically controlled damping system whose shock absorbers are adjusted individually at each wheel based on the condition of the road surface and the driving style.

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 ride.

First shown at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, the Land Rover Discovery SVX concept is a production preview of the ultimate Discovery built for off - road enthusiasts seeking epic adventures; increasing the capability of the fifth - generation Discovery on a variety of terrains, surfaces and weather conditions with larger tires, supercharged V8 power, a specially tuned Terrain Response ® 2 traction management system and for the first time ever, Hydraulic Active Roll Control.4

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Once development professionals settle on a flavor of performance, it's off to various road conditions and surfaces where the sporty chassis will be put to work.

There are different tires for various types of driving conditions: all - season tires suitable for dry, snowy or rainy roads; all - terrain tires for any type of road surface;, winter tires to provide traction in snow and ice; performance tires for superior maneuverability; and traction and SUV tires for sport / utility vehicles.

Road conditions vary based on rapidly changing temperatiures and weather as well as combination of tarmac / gravel surfaces and 156 turns.

Its shock absorbers adapt to the condition of the road surface and ensure sporty handling and long - distance comfort typical of Mercedes - Benz.

In «Comfort» mode the dampers respond adaptively to the condition of the road surface and the driver's style.

The small SUV feels better suited to a wider range of road conditions, and isn't easily caught out by harsh surface irregularities like some in the segment.

A luxurious feel is generated through exceptional ride comfort, while the thorough development of handling and steering feel allows the all - new Sonata to also offer a stable and secure ride over all road surfaces and in all driving conditions.

This provides for a high level of traction on slippery surfaces, on roads which are icy on one side or in continually changing conditions.

Having standard - fit all - wheel drive on Mitsubishi Lancers with the 2.4 - liter engine (2.0 - liter models only come with front - wheel drive) also means there's good amounts of traction on slippery road surfaces and in snowy conditions — on top of being a relative novelty at this price point (the only all - wheel drive alternative, the Subaru Impreza, is nearly $ 2,000 more expensive to buy than a like - for - like Mitsubishi Lancer).

Anti-lock brakes were added to the standard power brakes to ensure the ultimate in stopping capability, regardless of road surface or condition.

This drivetrain is bolstered by an 8.9 - inch ground clearance to prevent undercarriage damage, multi-terrain select mode for optimal performance on any type of driving surface, and five - speed crawl control with off - road turn assist for effective low - speed off - road driving in extreme conditions.

On almost any road condition, this Nissan Xterra S offers solid performance, reliability, and comfort.Equipped with 4WD, this Nissan Xterra gives you added confidence to tackle the surface of any path you take.

The Wrangler is capable of managing all types of road conditions with great traction and handling even on sandy and slippery surfaces.

Wrapped around the alloy wheels are high performance 235 / 40R18 Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 tyres, developed after rigorous testing on all kind of road surfaces and conditions, including the infamous Nürburgring Nordschleife in Germany.

Thanks to the drive select modes that can be toggled to suit specific terrains and road surface conditions, even the entry - level front - wheel drive Jeep Cherokees can shrug off terrain that would tear most other crossovers to shreds, and the top - of - the - range Trailhawk model can comfortably keep pace with a Land Rover Discovery Sport.

It also wears HPD (high performance dampers) as part of its suspension setup, though the units in the local K5 aren't the Sachs dampers with the Australian - defined tune, but rather a slightly softer tune to accommodate our diverse road surface conditions; we're told that it offers enhanced handling without sacrificing ride comfort.

Our time in the Sierra covered a number of road surfaces and conditions.

Up to eight modes are available, allowing drivers, at the simple turn of a dial, to select the perfect dynamic set - up for any surface or road condition.

For those who need a vehicle that can tackle a variety of driving conditions and road surfaces, opting for all - wheel drive (AWD) grants better traction and results in only minimal reductions in fuel economy.

It's available with loads of useful winter tech, including a Quadzone Climate System with optional Air Ionization, Night Vision that uses thermal technology to reveal pedestrians and large animals on the road ahead, a head - up display, Magnetic Ride Control that adjusts to road surfaces and weather conditions, and active rear steering.

The valves of the dampers adapt in milliseconds to the conditions of the road and the wishes of the driver, minimizing vehicle squat, dive, and roll, to ensure the BMW 228i Coupe feels equally at home on a smooth canyon road, unusually rough surfaces, or during the daily commute.

Each judge drove each vehicle in a variety of off - road conditions, including sand, rocky trails, loose - surface trails, and snow.

Its all - wheel - drive system, biased 60:40 in favour of the rear, offers reassuring stability and the potential to access the prodigious performance all year round in virtually any weather conditions or road surface.

The system is also able to identify the driving and road surface conditions to then choose the most appropriate control mechanisms, in addition to harnessing the reaction speed due to the high calculation capacity and to the specific technology of the shock absorber solenoid valves.

Hence, the BMW Sports Activity Coupe is an absolutely exceptional vehicle also beyond the direct range of BMW X Model competitors, ensuring unparalleled performance in all situations, regardless of road and surface conditions.

These advances have been placed in a super-strong chassis and are supported by a rally - honed fully independent suspension system to ensure unmatched cornering capability, precision and stability on any type of road surface, under all possible conditions.

Many of the comments we received arguing in favor of allowing ESC system disablement were, in fact, arguing for disablement of traction control to allow a vehicle to start moving on certain surfaces with low friction such as on snow, ice, or off - road conditions.

When the shoulder of the tread on one side of a tire wears faster than the adjacent tread surface, this can result from a variety of conditions, such as front and / or rear misalignment (example, toe or camber), loose or worn suspension components, hard cornering, improper tire rotation practices, misapplication, high crown roads or non-uniform mounting.

The integration of these technologies also brings with it driver - selectable versatility to tackle just about any road surface or driving condition.

The natural ingredients condition and protect, keeping the paw pads more pliable while reducing the risk of injury against rough rocky roads, hot tar surfaces, ice, salt or steaming concrete.

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Accurate forecasts for road surface temperatures are important as, when it is possible to anticipate the freezing of the road surface, roads can be salted in time and motorists warned about the slippery conditions.