The new platform
provides better chassis stiffness for better response, as well as more ride comfort and better safety.
Not exact matches
Other dynamic assets are
well - balanced 45/55 percent weight distribution; a supple ride; total
chassis control
provided by the height - adjustable, variable - rate, control - arm suspension; precise and quick rack - and - pinion steering; and carbon - ceramic brakes that can, with the auxiliary air brake, decelerate the Grand Sport from 62 mph to a full stop in only 103 feet, says Bugatti.
More important than the power under the hood is the
chassis, and this one is nicely tuned,
providing a very creamy yet controlled ride and very
good steering.
Engineers would lengthen and stiffen the
chassis to
better cope with the higher horsepower a turbocharged rotary engine would
provide — about 400 hp.
Still, the Encore
provides good steering feedback heading into corners and
good chassis control over broken pavement.
With a responsive turbocharged 2.0 - liter four - cylinder engine
good for 210 - horsepower hooked to a standard seven - speed dual - clutch transmission, the GTI has incandescent throttle response at any engine speed, and its sport - tuned
chassis provides a nice balance between comfort and control.
There is very little let up in the rush of speed until you are
well into triple figures, by which time the longer wheelbase, widened
chassis and some of the most advanced active aerodynamics brought to any road car combine to
provide Zuffenhausen's latest supercar with vastly improved tracking ability and phenomenal longitudinal stability.
As
well as
providing a hint of what to expect of the range - topping two - door, the Audi Prologue Concept, unveiled at the LA Auto Show this week, previews the carmaker's future design direction, various
chassis developments and what we may find in the fourth - gen A8.
At the other end of the spectrum, Lexus promises the UX's
best - in - class low centre of gravity and stiff
chassis will
provide an engaging drive (something the Camry has delivered), and its optional F - Sport package will dial up the sporting levels with a tuned suspension and an available adaptive damping system to go along with a sporty body kit and interior treatment.
The Supercharged car benefits from active suspension control and 20 - inch wheels, but even the entry - level XF Luxury
provides great performance, easily matching the competition thanks to dynamic stability control and a
well - designed
chassis.
The new RAV4's unibody
chassis is 57 percent more rigid than its predecessor and its multi-link rear suspension has been retuned to
provide better handling, minimum interior cabin noise, and the
better ride comfort.
The steering is quick to react and responsive on the move, there's plenty of grip on offer, while the
chassis provides a
good blend of control and comfort.
The two - seat Honda CR - Z is designed to
provide a dose of fun to go with its fuel efficient hybrid system, as the vehicle is available with the choice of either a six - speed manual transmission or a continuously - variable automatic unit as
well as a performance - tuned suspension setup and a lightweight
chassis.
Precise steering, a solid
chassis, and a
well - tuned suspension
provide both a compliant ride and sweet handling», says C&D.
To analyze driving conditions up front, the system uses data
provided by engine and
chassis management as
well as the sensors in the driver assistance systems on board the car.
A
well - matched engine and
chassis provide maneuverability around town, as
well as comfortable highway cruising for longer getaways, while still returning
good fuel economy and meeting LEV2 / ULEV emissions standards.
To analyse driving conditions up front, the system uses data
provided by engine and
chassis management as
well as the sensors in the driver assistance systems on board the car.
Thanks to its sharp styling, athletic stance and an all - new platform
providing a more rigid and lightweight body, Car and Driver has already named it «America's
Best Sedan», citing its sophisticated
chassis, longer wheelbase, spacious cabin and generous list of standard features as some of many reasons to be excited about this new generation Accord.
As a result, the specialised powertrain, suspension and steering components it needs in order to be the
best hot hatchback it can be have already been
provided — they're on the shelf, ready to go — while the car's
chassis has already been designed to accept the 18in wheels for the job.
My first Fiat and I am pleased to report that the experience so far has been excellent.Having previously run german brands, I feel the Bravo compares favourably
well in all areas.The previous Fiat worries of shoddy build quality are not evident, indeed the car has a very solid feel all round.Equipment levels are superb - particularly the Blue & Me interface.The interior has a refreshingly stylish ambience with
good quality materials & pleasing colour schemes.Engine performance is vigourous with 45 + MPG within easy reach in mixed driving & the
chassis provides excellent handling, only the slightly light steering feel spoiling the overall dynamics.Fiat really have taken a big leap forward with the Bravo - this is an excellent value package with very stylish looks and an excellent warranty - Fiat must have confidence in the Bravo to offer a 5 year backup.
Four selectable driving modes «Sport», «Sport Plus», «Comfort» and «Individual» are available, all changing the settings of the
chassis, the steering or the drive train to
provide either the classic AMG taut handling and gruff engine sound or comfortable gliding inspired by the
best of Mercedes» fine saloons.
Several other crucial changes have been made to the standard ATS sedan and coupe, including the addition of tri-compound Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires, which will offer superb grip with extended tire wear, along with integrated
chassis controls that will
provide balanced performance at the track, as
well as in everyday driving.
The
chassis boasts a lifted air suspension with long - travel dampers and new knuckles; Hydraulic Active Roll Control that
provides better wheel articulation, and a set of 20 - inch forged - aluminum wheels wrapped in Goodyear Wrangler off - road tires.
Hydraulic Suspension Bushings In a first for Honda, the 2016 Civic suspension uses fluid - filled bushings to
provide superior ride isolation as
well as
chassis vibration control.
The changes to the
chassis provide added levels of straight line stability and a calmer feel to the steering at speeds
well beyond posted limits.
All that aside, the turbo inline - six - propelled 3 - series with a nice manual gearbox, slick shifter and perfectly weighted clutch, with spot - on steering that
provides good road feel without being nervous, and a
chassis that holds and holds and holds the road, there's little to hold against the 3 - series.
Dynamic Bentley driving experience - ZF 6HP28 transmission with «Quickshift» system that cuts shift times by 50 per cent and enables double downshifts - New 40:60 rear - biased torque split for the all - wheel drive system reduces understeer when powering out of bends and
provides for
better modulation of line and attitude by «throttle steering» - Increased front and rear track improves grip and stability - Advanced ESC system fully exploits the potential of the more powerful W12 engine and improved
chassis - 20» and (optional) 21» wheels
Advanced Audi magnetic ride This classic configuration, combined with advanced Audi Space Frame (ASF) construction mating lightweight aluminium panelling to an aluminium space frame,
provides the very
best operating conditions for the futuristic
chassis with its agile double wishbone set - up and standard Audi magnetic ride adaptive damping system.
2009 WINNEBAGO ERA 170XL LIMITED 24 FOOT; Class B Turbo Mercedes - Benz 3.0 turbo diesel Dodge Sprinter
Chassis; 5 speed automatic transmission; interior Limited Package with electric Ultra-Leather Sofa that powers into queen - size bed; 4 captain's swivel chairs that turn to face removable table; pleated window blinds front doors and windshield; hidden, pull down shades for all side windows; custom back window covers; AM / FM Stereo, CD / DVD Player, and 15» TV; wet bath with shower, stainless steel sink, and toilet; Galley Kitchen with dual burner cook top, stainless steel sink, microwave, and 3 way refrigerator freezer; spacious European style cabinets;
well appointed LED lighting, including individual task lighting under upper cabinets and reading lamps by sofa / bed and captain chairs behind driver; outside shower, patio awing, and 2.5 K generator; spacious rear storage box; transferable service agreement; low mileage Michelin tires; maintenance records
provided: Non - Smoking / No Pets
• Revised ZF 6HP26 transmission with «Quickshift» system that cuts shift times by 50 % and enables double downshifts • New 40/60 rear - biased torque split for the all - wheel drive system reduces understeer when powering out of bends and
provides for
better modulation of line and attitude by «throttle steering» • Retuned Continuous Damping Control (CDC) system, stiffer suspension bushes and uprated rear anti-roll bar benefit body control, steering response, turn - in and balance • Increased 50 mm rear track improves grip and stability • Lightweight, 20 - inch, 10 - spoke alloy wheels offer 10 kg (22 lb) weight saving per car, reducing unsprung and rotating mass and improving brake • 275/35 ZR20 Pirelli Ultra High Performance tyres • Advanced ESP system fully exploits potential of the most powerful W12 engine and improved
chassis • Standard - fit carbon - ceramic brakes
provide fade - free braking and contribute a 20 kg (44 lb) reduction in rotating and unsprung mass from the front axle.
There's the same kind of glass cutout in the upper quarter of the backside of the
chassis, which both identifies the Pixelbook as a member of its family and
provides for
better wireless connectivity.
The unique watchband hinge is back and works as
good as ever, the all - metal
chassis is still light and thin, and the hardware inside
provides plenty of power.
One of the
best laptop values around, Asus» 13 - inch ZenBook UX330UA
provides premium specs — such as a lightweight aluminum
chassis, a vibrant 1080p screen and a 256 GB solid - state drive — for
well under $ 800.
The
best value in gaming PCs, the Alienware X51
provides strong performance for the money and sports a svelte
chassis.