For starters, the suspension system was recalibrated and spring rates and shock valving softened to
reduce road harshness and provide a luxury sedanlike ride.
Not exact matches
Kia engineers
reduced noise, vibration, and
harshness (NVH) through the application of a quad - bushing setup in the rear suspension to isolate
road noise and additional sound - absorbent materials throughout the Sportage's wheel arches.
The independent suspension design remains the same (MacPherson struts up front, multi-link out back), but Honda engineers worked hard to isolate passengers from
road noise by using very stiff mounting points in the rear and «blow - off» valves on all shock absorbers that
reduce harshness when a wheel hits a severe jolt, such as a pothole.
Ride
harshness has been
reduced as well as
road noise.
A new four - point engine mounting system adds to the vehicle's civil
road manners as it greatly
reduces unwanted noise, vibration and
harshness (NVH) from permeating into the passenger compartment.
The all - new 2015 Chrysler 200S is the most aerodynamic vehicle in its class, aiding improved fuel economy, on -
road dynamics, and
reduced noise, vibration and
harshness.
Translation: the Ridgeline can soak up low - speed off -
road conditions with low levels of
harshness and then handle highway speeds with firmness and
reduced body roll (low speed comfort with high - speed stability).
«Add in the enhanced handling from the revised suspension — which provides better grip,
reduced understeer, improved
road holding,
reduced impact
harshness and better ride — and you've got a new standard for thrilling performance.»
These unique engineering elements
reduce noise, vibration, and
harshness while still delivering the perfect amount of feedback from the
road.
Other upgrades include larger diameter front brake rotors on some models for better stopping power, and a host of noise, vibration and
harshness (NVH) countermeasures to
reduce road, engine and wind noise.