Sentences with phrase «rolling resistance»

Climate change is a key driver of the development of low rolling resistance tires because of the way they reduce energy consumption.

The effect is enhanced also by low rolling resistance tires.

Of course, there are low rolling resistance tyres as well.

The efficiency improvements are further enhanced by reduced rolling resistance tires.

The low rolling resistance of the 225 / 40 - series tires helps reduce fuel consumption.

To reduce rolling resistance for better fuel economy, all models use low - drag calipers.

The chief culprit is the suspension, which feels too firm yet offers no real benefits in roll resistance or body control.

How do you improve rolling resistance and decrease wear?

Factor in the increased rolling resistance of the wider tires and you have car that not only weighs more, but also has to work harder to get going.

In an effort to go green, many tire manufacturers are introducing new products to the market that provide less rolling resistance, which helps boost fuel economy.

Despite being wider, the tires maintain a low rolling resistance while also helping to reduce road noise and vibration.

With the materials and the sculptures, we were able to get better rolling resistance but maintain or improve wear.

Those additions could negatively affect aerodynamics and rolling resistance which kinda goes against the purpose of this car.

And when it is on the move, tires optimized for low roll resistance cut fuel consumption significantly without incurring any disadvantages in the performance area.

The problem is that rolling resistance really doesn't have a huge impact on your fuel economy to begin with, so lowering that resistance doesn't have a big effect.

I don't think they'll notice rolling resistance, but that's improved.

The highly developed tires of the Insight with their low rolling resistance abilities are not something to mess with.

The tires were specially developed for the requirements of an electric supercar, and they combine sporty driving properties with efficient rolling resistance values.

Using low rolling resistance tyres is a simple measure to lower both fuel consumption and emissions.

If you live in a snowy area, I would highly recommend swapping the low - rolling resistance tires for a set of all - seasons or winter tires.

Further examples are the use of tires with reduced rolling resistance and the optimization of the car's aerodynamics.

These new tires have 40 percent less rolling resistance than conventional tires and a 5 - percent reduction in weight.

The body design is also surprisingly aerodynamic for a large car, and ultra low rolling resistance tyres are fitted as standard to many models.

Fuel consumption falls to 11.3 L / 100 km when fitted with the 19 inch, all - season tyres with optimised rolling resistance developed for the Panamera by Michelin.

This is presumably because apart from the marginally increased rolling resistance from the wider tyres, you're only reducing the range compared to the regular i3 if you're using all of the more powerful motor's potential.

The ECO Pack also features an underbody cover and lower suspension, aiding air flow beneath the vehicle, as well as low rolling resistance Michelin tyres.

The vehicle profile is further enhanced by a choice of six - spoke 17» alloys with new, low RRC (Rolling Resistance Coefficient) tyres, high gloss painted 18» alloys, or a new, 12 - spoke, machined finish 19» alloy wheel design.

Also, some of the energy used to overcome inertia and accelerate the vehicle — normally lost when the vehicle is slowed, to aerodynamic forces and rolling resistance as well to the mechanical brakes (as heat)-- may be recaptured as electrical energy if regenerative braking is available (see the discussion of hybrid electric drive trains).

Decreased rolling resistance means that steering effort is very light and fuel economy doesn't suffer.

Among other features, Brake Energy Regeneration, on - demand control of the car's ancillary units such as the electrical coolant pump, the electrical steering assistance pump, the map - controlled oil pump and the detachable a / c compressor, as well as consistent lightweight technology, optimised aerodynamics including active management and control of the air flaps and, finally, tyres with minimum roll resistance ensure optimum fuel economy and emission management.

The Prius is heavily influenced by marketing decisions to add other high - mileage features to the car such as ultra-low rolling resistance tires, (ask a Prius owner how may miles they get on tires) an infinitely variable transmission, and extremely clean aerodynamics to make their «synergy drive» look better than it really is.

Modifications to the transmission ratio, bodywork and suspension as well as the use of tires with optimized roll resistance reduce fuel consumption even further.

Some of the performance upgrades include: a Bisimoto pulse - chamber exhaust system, Racepak OBD - monitoring electronics with interactive OBD cluster, low - rolling resistance high - silica tires, Buddy Club aluminum brake calipers, NGK spark plugs and 19 - inch carbon fiber wheels..

The rubber compound, tread pattern and the carcass architecture have been designed for the least rolling resistance possible in order to reduce fuel consumption.

The unit uses low viscosity multigrade oil to reduce bearing rolling resistance and oil agitation resistance when the oil temperature is low, and a friction adjuster suppresses the stick - slip phenomenon when sliding the car and to improve quietness.

(According to Chevrolet, the extra weight of additional features and different tires with greater rolling resistance give the Premier a 30/40/34 mpg estimate.)

Packaged in an aerodynamic body with a chassis that features minimized rolling resistance, the big engine barely needs to rev above an idle to motor the Corvette down the road.

Even on the regular 2012 Civic, Honda is using tires that are five pounds lighter and are 10 percent better in rolling resistance compared to the 2011 model.

Stylish 17 ″ alloys are standard and wrapped in «eco» tires that have lower rolling resistance over standard tires.

The tires contribute to the Civic's greatly improved rolling resistance performance.

Save money with low rolling resistance eco tires from Firestone.

Air springs and adaptive dampers are now standard, and there's an optional electromechanical anti-roll bar adjustment that changes the level of roll resistance by decoupling the anti-roll bars.

The walker should have excellent rolling resistance.

Did some research, removed incorrect information, i still think its an unfair comparison with rolling resistance changing as well in terms of total contact patch (your article has a 40 mm difference between the largest and smallest set of tyres).

The Michelin 215 / 55R -17 low rolling resistance all - season tires do an adequate job of holding the road, and bumps and pavement irregularities are damped well by the four - wheel independent suspension which is further aided by the rigid body structure.

Our certified auto service advisors and technicians are here to help drivers pick out a set of new tires that meet their needs, whether those lean to a longer tread life, more comfort, or greater fuel efficiency through rolling resistance.

They are also making improvements in the wheel bearings and residual brake drag that further reduce overall rolling resistance of the car.»

A «BlueDrive» option includes Intelligent Stop & Go (ISG) start - stop system and 15 inch rolling resistance tyres, resulting in a reduced CO2 of 99g / km for the 110 hp diesel (this version is only available in UK actually).