There are other tricks, too, including a new «dynamic enhancer» (drift control is far too crass for Ferrari), sharper shifts from the seven - speed dual - clutch transmission, Australian - sourced optional carbon - fibre 20 - inch wheels,
retuned dampers and springs that are 10 per cent stiffer.
Both the four - pot EcoBoost and V8 - powered GT gain
retuned dampers, an additional support in the rear suspension rig and revised anti-roll bars that's all claimed to have sharpened response and improved handling.
The Competition package brings different springs, larger anti-roll bars, and
retuned dampers.
More dramatic changes have taken place under the skin with 10 per cent stiffer springs front and back, plus
retuned dampers to improve body control.
Retuned dampers reduce the initial impact of bumps while also reducing body roll through turns.
These include a wider track, a stiffer front anti-roll bar,
retuned dampers with hydraulic rebound stoppers, and a unique Electronic Power Assisted Steering tune, all of which help provide «optimized crossover handling,» says Ford.
It has retuned steering and suspension, utilising lighter weight components,
retuned dampers and anti-roll bars.
It is built for the UK market and it includes a choice of 3 body colours, (Pearl White, Kuro (metallic) black and Black Rose), grey «GT» stripes running along the flanks of the car, 19 inch RAYS forged alloy wheels in dark anthracite colour,
retuned dampers to provide the ideal balance between ride comfort and high - speed handling, a rear view parking camera as part of the Premium Connect satellite navigation system, a tyre pressure monitoring system, seven - speed automatic option with snow mode and revised underbody insulation to reduce road noise.
The package also includes a Torsen limited - slip differential, stiffer springs,
retuned dampers, and bigger antiroll bars.
Quicker steering commanded by a thicker - rimmed wheel,
retuned dampers, and a revised rear - suspension impart precision and heightened road - holding capabilities on the formerly floaty Ghost.
Porsche's engineers have
retuned the dampers and revised the electrically - assisted steering to improve feel and precision.
Not exact matches
The front springs are 16 percent stiffer, the rears 19 percent, and Ferrari also
retuned the magnetorheological
dampers to suit the more aggressive settings.
The CS is based on the latest M3 Competition Pack model and utilises the same springs and
dampers although for this application the software calibrations have been
retuned for the Adaptive M
dampers along with those of the Active M differential and the electric power steering.
The LP580 - 2 benefits from
retuned springs,
dampers and anti-roll bars, a revised steering set - up that's said to provide more direct feedback and the weight distribution is slightly different at 40:60 rather than 42:58 as with the four - wheel drive car.
The chassis also has been comprehensively upgraded, with more sophisticated
dampers for better ride quality and
retuned, quicker steering that's more lively and precise.
Like that previous model, the 2018 TLX A-Spec gains a sport - tuned suspension with stiffer
dampers and spring rates, a thicker rear anti-roll bar, and a
retuned and optimized electric power steering system.
Retuned rear suspension
dampers are said to create, «a more enjoyable driving experience,» the exhaust tips are now larger, the dashboard receives carbon fiber - look trim, and a sharkfin - style antenna replaces the previous pole - design one.
The
dampers have also be
retuned, the rear springs are 40 per cent stiffer than on a standard Clio 200, and around 25 per cent stiffer than on Cup chassis - equipped 200s.
In terms of suspension, the R employs GT3 springs but with
retuned Porsche Active Suspension Management
dampers.
To enhance that coveted go - kart handling, the engineers have increased torsional stiffness, improved weight distribution, lowered the center of gravity, and
retuned the suspension (which again combines
damper struts and a twist beam).
Of course the 3rd generation magnetic
dampers are
retuned, the springs are around 20 - percent stiffer and the tdf benefits from new Extreme Design brake calipers from the LaFerrari.
Compared to the regular Ceed, the GT gets
retuned springs and
dampers and a thicker rear anti-roll bar.
The 2004 Mazdaspeed Miata package is quite fabulous as is, with its newly turbocharged, 178 - horsepower engine (that's 25 percent more than the base car), tuned suspension (larger front and rear antiroll bars, stiffer springs, tuned Bilstein
dampers, lowered ride height, and
retuned engine mounts), quickened steering response, and striking five - spoke Racing Hart alloy wheels wrapped in Toyo Proxes R28 P205 / 40R -17 high - performance unidirectional tires.
Front and rear spring rates are up 30 per cent, the
dampers — which adjust 100 times per second — are
retuned and there's been a whole host of hardware changes on both axles, too.
The rear
dampers were softened in mid-2007 to help on - limit handling, an improved transmission came along for» 08, and the steering system is being
retuned (for the second time) for ’09 — but the Z06 is still a raw, relatively unrefined car.
With the BRZ's
retuned springs and
dampers, as well as its larger rear stabilizer bar and chassis reinforcements, Subaru engineers managed to heighten the car's already rewarding handling virtues.
Geometry is
retuned for a greater track focus, with new springs and
dampers, while 19 - inch forged alloy wheels reduce unsprung weight.
It has new springs,
dampers and bushings, an entirely new front suspension setup with aluminum lower arms and steering knuckles for «improved at - the - limit cornering and reduced torque steer,» a
retuned steering system, a helical limited - slip front differential, Brembo brakes and 20 - inch wheels with Continental ContiSportContact 6 performance tires.
[12][13] Apart from a
retuned engine delivering 350PS [14] the car received a wide range of suspension upgrades which included special
dampers made by Öhlins, [14] six piston brakes by Brembo [14] and new swaybars.
Every Mercedes GLC Coupe comes as standard with
retuned sports suspension, including Mercedes» Dynamic Select system with adaptive
dampers and selectable driving modes.
Suspension
dampers were
retuned using advanced
damper valving technology, providing more body control without degrading ride comfort
Adaptive
dampers also feature at each corner and the electric steering has been
retuned for greater response and feel.
Handling Speciale includes stiffer springs front and rear,
retuned magnetorheological
dampers, faster gear shifts when in Sport mode, reprogrammed F1 - Trac stability control, and a new sport exhaust system.
Changes to Civic hatchback include
retuned electric power steering to provide a more secure control during higher speeds, front and rear
dampers were revised for improving body control, toe and camber of the rear suspension were realigned to improve the hatchback's handling, privacy glass on the lower rear window, piano black touches on the number plate surround, tailgate and lower bumper; piano black front bumper, new alloy wheels, darker wheel arch garnishes, white stitching on the seats, steering wheel and knee pad; aluminum inserts around the cup holder, glossy black inserts.
The 2018 Fit gets
retuned suspension
dampers, a more rigid steering system and additional body reinforcements.
Retuned suspension
dampers and faster steering mean its limits are raised dramatically over the standard car's, but despite its hardcore approach, the Ford always feels accessible.
Mechanical upgrades to the car include a modified 1.2 - litre Revotron turbo - petrol motor from the standard Bolt, a revised suspension with
retuned springs and
dampers making the car sit lower, a performance calibrated electric power steering and a high - flow exhaust system.
The 2018 Fit has
retuned suspension
dampers, a more rigid steering system and additional body reinforcements over the last model year.
The package would include a
retuned suspension setup, new
dampers, and tires.
Shock
dampers, springs and road racing derived stabilizer bars have been
retuned for optimal on - track performance.
The list of technical changes further includes larger front and rear stabilizer bars, higher spring and
damper rates, upsized 12» front brake rotors,
retuned steering and
retuned final drive ratios.
It's lowered strut (front) and torsion beam (rear) suspension — which is slightly
retuned for the new driveline — means the Polo GTI is especially tenacious in corners, with grippy 215 / 40 - series rubber now wrapped around wider (by half an inch to 7.5) new - look 17 - inch «Parabolica» alloy wheels (with a space - saver spare); though Australian models do not receive the adaptive
dampers offered in selected European markets.
In addition to the improved lateral grip and responsiveness offered by Michelin Primacy P245 / 40R19 rubber, A-Spec models are the recipients of a
retuned electric power steering system and
damper settings.
As per the Aventador S coupe, four - wheel - steering makes the supercar more agile at low speeds and more stable at higher velocities, and the magneto - rheological
dampers have been
retuned to work in conjunction with the rear steer.
Bilstein
dampers were introduced in addition to revised upper suspension arms and
retuned suspension bushes to deliver improved ride quality.
The last time the Competition Pack was offered in M3 it added wider package - specific alloy wheels and an even lower ride with
retuned adaptive
dampers and stability control program.
Subaru says it has made updates to the chassis as well, including
retuned suspension
dampers for a smoother ride, as well as
retuned steering and brake systems.
The Civic Type R chassis builds on the major upgrades undertaken for the 10th - generation Civic makeover with model - exclusive spring,
damper and bushing settings, a new Dual - Axis front suspension setup with aluminum lower arms and steering knuckles for improved at - the - limit cornering and reduced torque steer; a new four - wheel Adaptive Suspension System with three - chamber
dampers; a
retuned and adaptive dual - pinion electric power steering system with variable gear ratio; and a helical limited - slip front differential.
Subaru also made some updates to improve the Outback's ride and handling, which includes
retuned suspension
dampers, steering and brake systems.
This very last Evo IX Mitsubishi Racing MR model is further honed with an even more precise driving experience via a
retuned Active Yaw Control system and stiffer springs and
dampers.