Sentences with phrase «sport than the driver»

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Things don't get more awesome than being able to challenge a Formula 1 driver, and not just anyone, arguably the most likeable driver in the sport right now.

Ferrari getting its young drivers into the sport has been a bit of a problem in the past as it seems the team would rather stick with Kimi Raikkonen than take a punt on someone who actually seems motivated to succeed, and effectively making Sauber its junior team would surely help with that process.

Dr Andrew Bell, of the Sheffield Methods Institute, used statistical analysis to work out who the sport's most accomplished competitor is — looking at who is the best driver because of their talent, rather than because they have a good car.

Most of this challenging and inspirational route could have been created solely to delight the driver of a new Porsche 911 Carrera S. Germany's iconic sports car provided huge reserves of power and grip while riding better than expected on poor surfaces.

That kind of focus on nimbleness and driver feedback is expected on a sports car, but it's a pleasant surprise in a seven - passenger crossover that weighs more than 4,000 pounds (about 200 pounds lighter than before).

Back then, racing was still just a sport rather than a marketing vehicle, and drivers were hired on the basis of skill and nerve, not how many sponsors they brought or how well they played with the media.

Of course, overconfidence can be an issue when dealing with a sharp turn - in and aggressive power delivery in a rocket ship with a short 95.5 - inch wheelbase, especially since the FD sports no driver - assist controls other than antilock brakes.

It is a long way from being a sports car, but it holds the line a driver sets for it as though pressed down by aerodynamics, as in a racing car rather than just by its own weight.

The F12tdf connects directly to its driver's craving for speed and is sympathetic to those basic instincts; it turns, goes, and (given sufficient tire temperature and considerable pedal efforts) stops like mad, playing to the driver's wild side with plucky repartee, responding with such absurdly dramatic dynamics that it could not be anything remotely other than a beautiful, batshit - insane Italian sports car.

The Infiniti G is yin to the BMW 3 - series» yang, and picking a winner between them — which is to say, choosing the best sport coupe / sedan in the world — is less about what the cars can do than it is about what their drivers want.

AMG ® drivers will enjoy perks like SPORT HANDLING MODE, 3 - Stage Electronic Stability Program (ESP ®) with a Sport Mode, and 4MATIC ® technology which is 35 % lighter than other comparable systems.

Other improvements include a more efficient powertrain, in the shape of a smaller displacement 4.7 - liter V8 that sports direct injection and more power than its predecessor (429 hp and a wallopping 516 lb - ft of torque) and a tweaked 7 - speed automatic transmission with improved Driver - Adaptive shift calibration.

As the X4's body is mounted 37 mm lower than that of the X3, the driver and front passenger sit 20 mm lower and the rear passengers 28 mm lower to accentuate the feeling of a classic sports coupe.

Still, for drivers who don't often carry more than two passengers but want something more dramatic than a sports sedan, the RC200t is a safe choice for a long - term relationship.

Sitting slightly lower than in one of the larger Range Rovers, the driver adopts a Sports Command Driving Position, which offers a more sporting feel but retains the important sensation of control and command.

just traded in a 2013 volvo c70 for a brand new elantra sport with 6 - spd manual.wow, this car has it all... high tech bluetooth, back up camera, push button start, heated leather seats, power driver seat, just to name a few.i got the windy blue with beige leather.great sound & love the steering.paint is better than on a volvo.

For the first time the 911 GT3 now comes with a particularly sporting and dynamic version of PSM Porsche Stability Management supporting the driver in his reactions and thus allowing even the professional motorsport enthusiast to achieve faster lap times with PSM than without.

If you counted the all - wheel drive wagons on the market, you might not get past two or three fingers.Japan's Subaru offers all - wheel drive wagons, and so does the German automaker Audi, which provided this week's test vehicle, the V - 6 powered 100 CS Quattro Wagon.The 100 CS Wagon sports an impressive array of equipment: anti-lock brakes, driver's side airbag, all - wheel drive and a luxury interior featuring leather seats and wood inlays.Of all European automakers, few have worked harder than Audi to improve its lineup.

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Pajero sport is a way better suv than Toyota Fortuner, when it comes to driver and passenger comfort.

The dashboard in the BMW is the more interesting to look at, with its dominant horizontal structuring, wide centre console tilted ever so slightly towards the driver and free - standing monitor, but as part of efforts to give the 2 - series Active Tourer a sporting touch, it unnecessarily encroaches on the front seat passenger's side, leaving you with the impression that it offers less space than it actually does.

Lexus says the LS can reach 60 mph in just 6.6 seconds - which is quick enough to leave many sports car drivers with nothing more than a good view of the car's taillights.

Strictly a luxury cruiser rather than a sport driver, the 2013 Cadillac XTS insulates you from the outside world while providing the latest in cabin tech.

The Bottom Line Strictly a luxury cruiser rather than a sport driver, the 2013 Cadillac XTS insulates you from the outside world while providing the latest in cabin tech.

The Active Steering package includes even stiffer shocks than the sport package at all four corners and the ride has been repeatedly reported as being too stiff for most customers except the most «enthusiastic» drivers.

World premiere for the new BMW X4: New edition of the first Sports Activity Coupe at the premium end of the mid-size class, of which more than 200,000 have been sold worldwide; expressive, now even more unique, design; premium interior ambience is striking in a sporty way; state - of - the - art driver assistance systems and latest BMW ConnectedDrive functions; significantly enhanced driving dynamics thanks to equipment including M Sport suspension, variable sport steering and M Sport brakes; two BMW M Performance models with six - cylinder in - line engines and M Sport differential in the line - up.

The Bottom Line The 2010 Lexus IS 350 C leans more to luxury than sport — remaining a very satisfying driver when not pushed too hard — and includes some very useful cabin tech features.

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«GT sports car racing, which is the category in which we are racing, is very, very competitive and this year will undoubtedly be closer than ever as we're up against some really strong driver line ups and professional teams,» says Oliver.

This Golf Country Special Edition sports more suspension than a traditional Golf model giving drivers more off - road driving capabilities.

The 2010 Lexus IS 350 C leans more to luxury than sport — remaining a very satisfying driver when not pushed too hard — and includes some very useful cabin tech features.

The 6 - speed automatic transmission, while offering a sequential «sport» shift option, is more tuned for comfort than for performance, ensuring that drivers arrive at their destination in the smoothest manner possible.

Now there is video showing MT's test driver Randy Pobst driving the Corvette Z06 at Monterey's Laguna Seca Raceway as part of the review and you can see his reaction as the Corvette goes from world class sports car to dog in less than one lap.

No stranger to the SEMA Show, Jay Leno was in good company, as more than 100 celebrated sports figures, race - car drivers, custom - car builders and TV personalities were active at the Show, making the SEMA Show a version of «celebrity central» for the week.

But because Ford, Dodge, Jeep and Land Rover offer V - 8 engines in their compact sport - utilities, that gives them at least a psychological edge over Chevrolet, because to many drivers, eight cylinders are better than six.

With 300hp, a performance tuned suspension, a luxurious driver s cockpit loaded with technology, striking aerodynamic styling, and a Sport Mode setting that ll get your heart racing, the Maxima is more of a sports car than a sedan.

Perhaps BMW's purest modern - day sports car, the new M2 is more fun to drive aggressively than its German rivals, the Mercedes - Benz AMG CLA45 and Audi S3, yet it's still enjoyable as a daily driver.

It features all - new sports styling, a driver - oriented interior and an enhanced 290hp 3.5 - liter DOHC V6 engine - offering 35 more hp than the previous generation Maxima and better fuel economy (EPA estimated 19 mpg City / 26 mpg Highway versus 19/25 mpg for the 2008 Maxima).

As I flip through the unending number of modes and response levels I can put the steering into, all I can think about is how sports cars used to come in one specifically engineered flavor of steering, rather than leaving the driver to figure out which of the countless combinations of steering effort, response and suspension modes he or she should be in.

While behind the wheel, it's easy to forget the X5 is a 7 - seater midsize crossover suv (especially if it's the high - performance X5 M) until the time comes to climb down from the driver's seat rather than contort out of a low - slung sports car.

The new GTI is a solid and aggressive sports model with a unique automatic manual DSGTM transmission that utilizes direct shifting which essentially automatically depresses clutch - shift points more efficiently and quicker than even a professional driver can.

Sometimes, if anything, the shift paddles and transmission sport mode were providing a gear that was too low, in hindsight — but that was down to the driver's initial lack of familiarity with the car more so than any problem with the car itself.

HPD's Le Mans prototype sports car racing efforts have resulted in more than 70 victories and multiple American Le Mans Series engine, chassis, team, and drivers» championships.

Track tests by professional race drivers showed better performance with VDIM SPORT mode than when driving with VDIM OFF.

Discerning drivers will appreciate the 2017 Jeep Renegade With fewer than 15,000 miles on the odometer, this 4 door sport utility vehicle prioritizes comfort, safety and convenience.

The car benefits from the following extras Porsche Communication Management including navigation module Telephone Module Seat Belts in Guards Red Sport Chrono Package Plus Porsche Vehicle Tracking System Windscreen with Grey top Tint Floor Mats Dynamic Engine Mount Lifting System Front Axle Sound Package Plus Sports Bucket Seats Homelink Roll Cage Painted Guards Red 6 Point Harness Driver and Passenger Armourfend Porsche Centre Lock wheels are unmarked and the tyres were replaced less than 1000 miles ago.

That's still higher than your typical cup of coffee, but you are getting value.Consider that the sticker includes driver and passenger air bags - neither of which were available last year; a 3.1 - liter, 160 - horsepower, V - 6 engine with four - speed automatic transmission; power brakes / steering / door locks and windows; a long - life stainless steel exhaust; and four - wheel independent suspension and 16 - inch wheels for smooth ride (and with optional sports suspension the added plus of nimble, yet sure - footed, handling)

So rather than remove a bit of sound deadening (and weight) on a few sport models, the automakers have created yet another absurd gizmo that's meant to synthesize the experience of actually driving a real car with an engine that the driver can hear.

Other improvements include better aerodynamics, a more efficient engine, in the shape of a smaller displacement 4.7 - liter V8 that sports direct injection and more power than its predecessor (429 hp and a wallopping 516 lb - ft of torque), plus a tweaked 7 - speed automatic transmission with improved Driver - Adaptive shift calibration.

The seats can be pushed back incredibly deep, giving the Vantage something most sports cars rarely afford the taller - than - average driver — extra space.