All - wheel drive is especially helpful when driving
on slippery road conditions, particularly on icy winter days in Freehold, Englishtown, Manalapan, or Marlboro, but you'll still want to save money at the pump by opting for a car that has reasonable fuel efficiency.
Not exact matches
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
During the winter months xDrive will help you conquer snow, slush, and
slippery road conditions, but it is also perfectly suited for travel
on gravel
roads and cottage trails.
The Range Rover Evoque has four Terrain Response ™ settings, selected via a control
on the centre console: General Driving (
on -
road and easy off -
road); Grass / Gravel / Snow (
slippery conditions,
on - and off -
road); Mud and Ruts; and Sand.
One advantage that the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers is the Super All - Wheel Control (S - AWC) drivetrain, which provides extra power and traction
on wet and
slippery road conditions.
How about if you were warned of potential dangers
on the
road ahead, such as
slippery or flooded
conditions in which you would have to drive much more cautiously?
The 4WD system comes with «
On - Demand 4WD Functioning» which automatically implements rear wheel traction control by determining road conditions and maintaining traction on loose, rough and slippery surfaces while improving stability while cornerin
On - Demand 4WD Functioning» which automatically implements rear wheel traction control by determining
road conditions and maintaining traction
on loose, rough and slippery surfaces while improving stability while cornerin
on loose, rough and
slippery surfaces while improving stability while cornering.
In such situations, e.g.
on a
slippery road or in light off -
road conditions, this essentially makes the Audi allroad shooting brake an e-tron quattro.
The available intelligent all - wheel - drive system provides increased traction
on slippery roads by actively managing the torque distribution between the front and rear axles, based
on factors such as wheel speed, throttle and surface
conditions.
The all - wheel - drive system is primarily oriented towards
on -
road driving in
slippery conditions.
This rear - wheel drive machine is one of the best
on the
road for conquering the
slippery conditions that come when winter arrives.
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).
A limited - slip center differential
on the all - wheel drive model helps to generate excellent traction that is useful in wet and
slippery conditions, but which isn't intended to serve as a platform for off -
road adventures.
The four - wheel - drive system adds traction in cold, damp or
slippery conditions, but doesn't necessarily make the Octavia vRS feel faster or more fun
on dry
roads than the standard model.
The Wrangler is capable of managing all types of
road conditions with great traction and handling even
on sandy and
slippery surfaces.
While the four - wheel drive does give you more grip and confidence in
slippery conditions, a good set of winter tyres offers similar benefits at a much lower price without increasing CO2 emissions — thus saving you money
on road tax, too.
Fed by information gathered by sensors that monitor vehicle and
road conditions, the VDC coordinates the engine, transmission, and brakes in order to recover the vehicle's position should unstable movements occur
on a
slippery road.
The Range Rover Evoque has four Terrain ResponseTM settings, selected via a control
on the centre console: General Driving (
on -
road and easy off -
road); Grass / Gravel / Snow (
slippery conditions,
on - and off -
road); Mud and Ruts; and Sand.
The intelligent ASPC system is available
on automatic models only and functions between 1.8 km / h and 30km / h (1.1 mph and 18mph) to ensure getaway and smooth, safe progress in
slippery conditions such as icy
roads, wet grass and muddy tracks.
Like the Countryman, Mini offers its All4 all - wheel - drive system
on the Paceman, which might make it a more attractive model than the standard hatchback in regions with
slippery road conditions.
It's only when the
conditions get
slippery that up to 100 per cent of the power can be sent to the back axle, helping the car feel more planted when cornering
on the
road and allowing a little extra go - anywhere ability off it.
It offers active stability control (ASC) too, that helps in preventing side slipping
on slippery roads or in any driving unfavourable
condition.
This allows the system to prevent a wheel from spinning in extreme
conditions on slippery road surfaces or when the two rear wheels are experiencing significant differences in friction coefficient.
Although the Forester's AWD system is not designed for rock climbing, it works well
on slippery roads or in moderate off -
road conditions.
When driving
on slipperier surfaces like snowed - over
roads or dirt trails, the Subaru Legacy does handle the tougher terrain with relative ease, and (in conjunction with the traction and stability control) should mean you'll overcome all but the most adverse
conditions that Mother Nature can throw at you.
It can change the amount of power allowed when driving
on ice or other
road conditions, as well as the speed of the car, for a next - generation four - wheel - drive system that delivers stable driving
on slippery roads and when cornering.
The amount of steering effort relative to the angle of the steering wheel (image right) correlates to
slippery conditions; it's easier to turn the wheel
on a snowy
road.
When sensing low grip
conditions, such as
on slippery roads, or when cornering at high speed, the Levante's Q4 system reacts instantly: in just 150 milliseconds, the Q4 system alters the torque split from 100 % rear - wheel drive, up to equal distribution (50 % -50 %) between the front and rear wheels, to ensure best control while delivering the typical Maserati rear - wheel drive experience.
Daimler asserted that disabling traction control may be necessary in
conditions such as starting from rest
on sloped ground, driving
on slippery roads, and using snow chains.
Stay
on the marked paths — do not wander off Check
conditions before heading out ie extreme weather Inform someone of your plans Be aware of
slippery, winding
roads and oncoming traffic.
Motorists who are driving this morning are encouraged to take extra time to reach their destination and to be prepared for
slippery, icy
conditions on the
roads.
Sometimes bicycle accidents happen
on the trail, or due to
slippery and poor
road conditions.
The main reason is because cars tend to lose grip during these weather
conditions, and controlling it in
slippery environments will be almost impossible if you are carelessly driving
on the
road.
I briefly considered battling through the rain and wind to mend their broken hearts, but I didn't fancy being
on the
road in such
slippery conditions.