The tyre performed relatively well on cornering speed but the lack of grip control, the fact that the tyre produced the most movement under braking and sub-standard
steering feel resulted in the slowest lap times.
Not exact matches
The
results seemed to align mostly along political party lines, but with a twist: while consumers who affiliated as Democrats
felt more positive about the brands, Republicans didn't change their perception, and independents actually
steered negative.
The
result is
steering action that
feels cleaner and more predictable.
The electric - assist hardware is now mounted on the
steering rack itself instead of the
steering column, and the
result is a clean, nicely weighted
feel from the
steering wheel in the corners, although it's slightly dead on - center.
A welcome arrival is more responsive
steering, the EPAS having been finely tuned so the wheels react more rapidly to inputs, and the
result is a
feeling of added agility.
The
steering should
feel quick and meaty, with a high - ratio rack and a massive 11.5 degrees of castor angle
resulting in strong self - centring and considerable negative camber as the outside front wheel
steers.
They want a car that
feels sporty, even if that
results in an idiotically stiff ride, pointlessly heavier
steering and needlessly brutal tip - in on the accelerator pedal, none of which makes for better or more satisfying progress down a wiggly road.
Underneath this updated skin, Subaru tweaked a few things to ensure the Legacy is smoother than ever.etuned dampers, more linear electric power
steering, and a firmer brake pedal
feel provides a more confident drive, while modifications under the hood
result in a smoother and quieter powertrain.
The top of the
steering wheel is tilted away from you too, and as a
result you
feel vaguely louche just sitting in this car.
The system works predominantly on the inside rear wheel to avoid any corruption of
steering feel, and as a
result, system intervention is virtually transparent to the driver.
The
result: the
steering feels more responsive and precise, there's more stability when changing lanes, less body roll and more
steering sensitivity, giving the driver confidence and control The 2011 Chrysler 200 Convertible was lowered 12 mm in the front and 6 mm in the rear, improving
steering response The
steering gear was retuned, the torsion bar and intermediate shaft isolator rates were increased,
resulting in a more precise
steering feel
The driver's seat also doesn't sit low enough,
resulting in a perched
feeling, and the
steering wheel — though height and reach adjustable — doesn't have enough reach adjustment for a taller chap to get truly comfortable.
Although the Civic Hatchback shares its EPS hardware with the Civic Sedan, the Hatchback is tuned to yield higher
steering effort on center and smoother initial turn - in,
resulting in a more driving - enthusiast oriented
feel.
Up front, the Sorento's revised suspension geometry and responsive
steering system
result in a quick and nimble behind - the - wheel
feel.
The reduction in camber angles when turning at speed
results in improved
steering feel, 23 percent less tire tilt, and increased lateral grip.
The system's precise programming
results in sharper
steering feel, feedback, precision, accuracy and immediate response.
The rack - and - pinion
steering sometimes
felt like a wrestling match, and parking was somewhat difficult as a
result.
-- A solid body structure as stiff as any in the global midsize sedan market, allowing for precise tuning and dynamic vehicle control — A premium
steering gear that ensures smooth, precise responsiveness and on - center
feel — Proven and continuously refined MacPherson strut front and mutli - link rear suspensions — Large, ventilated front disc and solid rear disc brakes, clamped on by dual - piston front and single - piston rear aluminum calipers, which are expected to deliver best - in - class stopping distance — An isolated engine cradle for tuned, refined feedback, without noise or vibration — Fuel - saving electric power rack - and - pinion variable - effort power
steering,
resulting in effortless low - speed maneuvers and a higher degree of
steering feel at higher speeds — Chassis control technologies include four - channel anti-lock brakes, full - function traction control, four - corner electronic stability control, electronic brake force distribution, brake assist system, corner brake control, hydraulic brake fade assist and drag torque control.
Putting the assist motor directly on the rack reduces play in
steering response; most drivers won't notice the difference, but the
result is one of the best EPS systems we've
felt in a mid-priced car.
Most of this lost ground is a
result of the
steering, which
feels incredibly numb, vague and lifeless in comparison with the more immediately intuitive systems in cars like the Cadillac ATS, along with making this Infiniti one of the more troublesome cars to place accurately on the road — especially twister sections of asphalt, where you'll find yourself constantly making small corrections to the
steering at less - than - brisk speeds.
The speed - sensitive AMG sports
steering has a ratio of 13.5:1, but
feels more direct as a
result of moving what is termed the instant center of motion at the front axle.
The
result is enhanced
steering response, true to the driver's inputs, and a more direct response in high - speed cornering, giving a greater
feeling of security.
The Z / 28's front DSSV configuration features a spool - in - piston super-strut, an inverted monotube strut with a 40 mm piston and a 45 mm OD insert tube that assures high bending stiffness,
resulting in improved
steering feel, vehicle response and maximum cornering capability.
The
result is a car that
feels solid on - center, with precise response from
steering inputs letting you know at all times where the front wheels are.
The 23 mm increase in wheelbase, the aerodynamic developments, and stronger centre - point
feel of the
steering result in improved straight - line stability and sensitivity.
It
feels livelier than an Insignia through corners as a
result of sharper turn - in and nicely weighted
steering.
The
result that I was able to
feel the system working and making small adjustments to the
steering on the highway, but I was also able to take a more relaxed grip on the wheel while the system is active.
UNASSISTED
STEERING The steering system lacks any kind of power assistance resulting in wonderfully connected steering that feels brilliant along winding roads or at the ra
STEERING The
steering system lacks any kind of power assistance resulting in wonderfully connected steering that feels brilliant along winding roads or at the ra
steering system lacks any kind of power assistance
resulting in wonderfully connected
steering that feels brilliant along winding roads or at the ra
steering that
feels brilliant along winding roads or at the racetrack.
When driving dynamically, the driver
feels more closely connected to the vehicle as a
result of increased feedback, while
steering response is more direct.
The
result of this power -
steering system is to give the Altima an old - school
steering feel.
A non-contact torque sensor measures the driver's
steering effort and an ECU determines how much electric motor assist to add, with the
result being a seamless, natural
feeling steering in all situations.
Overall weight is only 1,520 kg
resulting in a power to weight ratio of 1.97 kg / hp, add to this the brand rear
steering that has been installed on the Centenario and you just know this car will be great to drive, the Lamborghini magneto rheological suspension is present together with the Dynamic Steering (modified for the Centenario) and the ISR gearbox makes sure you'll experience some amazing driving behind the steering wheel of this limited edition car... that feels at home on the open road... and on the rac
steering that has been installed on the Centenario and you just know this car will be great to drive, the Lamborghini magneto rheological suspension is present together with the Dynamic
Steering (modified for the Centenario) and the ISR gearbox makes sure you'll experience some amazing driving behind the steering wheel of this limited edition car... that feels at home on the open road... and on the rac
Steering (modified for the Centenario) and the ISR gearbox makes sure you'll experience some amazing driving behind the
steering wheel of this limited edition car... that feels at home on the open road... and on the rac
steering wheel of this limited edition car... that
feels at home on the open road... and on the race track.
A non-contact torque sensor measures the driver's
steering effort and an ECU determines how much electric motor assist to apply,
resulting in smooth, natural and precise
steering feel.
So too is the same planted, capable
feeling which is the net
result of accurate
steering and a taut, but forgiving, chassis.
And the
steering rack
felt like it was binding when I had the wheels cranked at maximum for parking lot maneuvers,
resulting in an uncomfortable rolling thump - thump.
The motor - driven power
steering system now
results in more linear and predictable
steering inputs, while changes to front wheel geometry have improved on - centre
steering feel.
The
resulting stiffness gives maximum driver
steering feedback along with minimizing vibration
felt in the wheel.
The
result is reduced
steering effort and fuel consumption, with improved precision,
feel and stability.
Such a mascot - heavy setup draws immediate and enormous comparisons to Nintendo's Mario Kart series, to be sure, but Transformed does a good job in differentiating itself with greater course complexity and some solid controls (with the Gamepad or a Pro controller, at least - playing with only a Wii remote forces you to use the gyroscope to
steer and
feels pretty messy as a
result).