Sentences with phrase «wheel controls do»

Standard satellite steering wheel controls don't reduce the button count, but they are fairly simple - looking, so it seems like a logical change.

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This primarily makes the car harder to drive at low speeds and for parallel parking, but does not materially affect control at high speed, where only small steering wheel force is needed.

Well, what didn't they like about the Impreza: Consumer Reports praised the Subaru for its ride, handling, interior space, intuitive controls, safety tech, great crash - test results, its all - wheel - drive system, and the cargo - hauling ability of its hatchback variant.

Starting a new job comes with the side - effect of giving up a lot of control, as does the experience of being put back on training wheels, back in the beginners seat.

But Musk also said that while the driver wouldn't have to touch the controls, he doesn't think that it would be at a level where someone could just fall asleep at the wheel.

It also appeared that the driver's hands were not hovering above the steering wheel, which is what drivers are instructed to do so they can quickly retake control of the car.

Uber said its self - driving cars, which require a person at the wheel to monitor or control them, did not fall under that strict definition.

When one is driving a car in normal circumstances, one has guidance control; when one sneezes while driving and causes the wheel to jerk to the left, one does not have guidance control.)

To say, as some do, that God's universe is a giant machine in which every cog and wheel moves directly under the control of God means not only that every leaf falls and every butterfly flaps its wings at the direct command of God, but also that Adam and Eve sinned at the direct command of God along with every sin, rape, and murder committed since.

Equipped with closed bearing wheels, it is easy to control and doesn't collect debris in the bearings which otherwise would disrupt use.

«People watching the slow - motion disaster overtaking Europe don't want an emergency brake on immigration, they want control of the steering wheel so we can avoid the car crash up ahead.»

The touchpad steering wheel is designed to do away with the plethora of switches and buttons that currently sprout from car steering columns, controlling everything from the radio to the GPS navigation system.

For example, tests by various researchers in Europe and tests by Wilson, Ihrig & Associates at the Portland Tri-Met and New Jersey Transit suggest that wheel vibration absorbers can and do control wheel squeal, the high - pitched noise due to the friction between the wheel and rail while the train rounds a curve.

Warning: Do not use mineral oil on the steering wheel, pedals, or any other controls where slipperiness could pose a hazard.

Shrek was worried: «We don't want Artie here getting the wrong idea,» but the boy had already panicked, taken control of the ship's wheel, and vowed to go back.

The upgraded suspension improves body and wheel control considerably, but there's still only so much you can do with a solid rear axle.

To prevent the Q5 from spinning its wheels helplessly, Audi doesn't allow stability control to be switched off.

As on the road, the five - cylinder engine is an absolute cracker, but the TT's Haldex - controlled all - wheel - drive system simply doesn't allow you to make enjoyable progress on track.

Our tester was not outfitted with 4Matic all - wheel drive, but it did have niceties including an air suspension, bumping Burmester sound system, heated and cooled front seats, and, courtesy of the $ 10,400 Premium 3 Package, massaging seats, adaptive cruise control, lane change assist, and parking assist.

This however does not hold true for rear wheel drive vehicles which can have a strong weight transfer (high, soft - suspension cars, as most US vehicles), as the added braking force on the rear wheels without added (weight - transfer caused) friction could cause wheel lockup and possibly loss of control of the vehicle.

However, with a little time you appreciate the 997's more detailed commentary through the steering wheel, the slickness and precision of its gearshift and the fact you don't need to try so hard to feel like you're in control.

Is it possible to add stereo controls to the steering wheel of a car that doesn't have this feature?

Ground Control coilovers and Racing Dynamics antiroll bars (thankfully, an over-the-counter purchase that didn't need any extra tweaking) collude with Toyo Proxes P1 tires on Fikse Profil 10 forged alloy wheels to provide dynamics, traction, and grip.

Additionally, the climate - control system automatically knows to send warmer air toward the steering wheel when the top is down, so your precious hands don't get chilly.

And Google argued it could not meet requirements for stability - control software to measure steering - wheel input if the car doesn't even have a steering wheel.

The model will also be available with a 2.2 - liter turbodiesel engine that is offered in combination with an eight - speed automatic transmission, although it's unclear if this combination will come to the U.S. Power output is unknown, but we do know the model comes with standard all - wheel drive that incorporates active yaw control for enhanced stability.

Like Ferrari did in its LaFerrari, Aston Martin has mounted the seats directly to the tub to save space, while inside, all the controls have been placed on an F1 inspired steering wheel.

Features My test vehicle was nicely equipped, though it didn't feature leather seats, power seats or steering wheel audio controls.

Meanwhile, jumping around among the radio presets — something that people are likely to do far more often — is accomplished via small faux - buttons on the touch screen (provided it's not in use with the map, the phone menu, or the climate control menu; if so then you first have to select audio), or via the steering - wheel controls (but even they require two steps to change a station where most cars only need one).

Don't look for a series of locking differentials, like on the G - Class or the almighty Unimog; instead, the traction / stability control system can brake slipping wheels.

To do this, MyLincoln Touch features an 8 - inch touch - screen in the middle of the dash, five - way steering - wheel controls, USB ports, an SD card slot and an instrument panel with a traditional analog speedometer flanked by... Show full review

It can do this because its matched to a state - of - the - art, electronically controlled, limited slip differential that reduces wheel skip and puts power to the ground like a cheetah coming off a diet with a gazelle in its crosshairs.

I don't understand why we don't see the MR2 Spyder on these lists more?!? I know the earlier ones were plagued with oil / engine - eating problems, but the later models are reliable to 100k + miles and cost similar to the same aged Smart Roadster above... but compared to the Smart, for your # 2k - # 5k you get a 6 speed manual gearbox, over 70 % more power (~ 20 % more weight) but this is packaged in a mid-engined, rear wheel drive, normally aspirated car with no traction control and a LSD as standard:)

To do this, MyLincoln Touch features an 8 - inch touch - screen in the middle of the dash, five - way steering - wheel controls, USB ports, an SD card slot and an instrument panel with a traditional analog speedometer flanked by two customizable LCD screens.

Even more problematic, maximum twist now commences at a mere 2,300 rpm and doesn't abate for another 2,000 rpm, requiring tighter orchestration of throttle tip - in, transmission slip, traction control, and rear wheel grip while executing that quick, hard left turn from a standstill.

There's even a degree of control once the tyres have lost grip; the revs don't flare instantly and the rear wheels continue to thrust you forward as they claw away at the tarmac.

I no longer get bent out of shape about CUE's lack of buttons because I can change the volume from the steering - wheel controls and make Bluetooth calls with voice commands, and I don't change the climate - control temperature more than a couple of times during my drive.

Today, When I was driving over a hump, I didn't control the steering wheel well so that the right front tire went first then followed by the left front tire, and at that moment, the TPMS light was on.

Don't worry, there's all manner of go - fast hardware to keep it safe, including standard carbon ceramic brakes, aggressive aero, rear - wheel steering, and specialized traction and stability control.

Toyota's Crawl Control feature is offered as an optional part of the advanced four - wheel - drive system and, while I didn't take the GX off - road (as most owners won't), I've sampled this system in other vehicles and can declare it to be most impressive.

«It doesn't have the instantaneous charm of the Fiesta ST, partly because the steering wheel is unusually small and the control weights just a little disjointed, but with the miles comes familiarity, and then the realization that this is truly one of the most exciting hot hatches currently on sale.

The 2017 Camaro ZL1 comes standard with customizable launch control, which allows drivers to adjust launch rpm and wheel slip to dial in the perfect start, as well as a line lock system that helps drivers do big, smokey burnouts in order to make the ZL1's foot - wide tires even stickier.

However if you're used to the way a rear - wheel drive car looses grip under power, performing a slide with Drift Mode on takes some getting used to — instead of backing off the throttle slightly to regain some control, maintaining full throttle doesn't feel very natural.

The S7 does without electronic nannies, but the New York show's S5S concept sported twenty - inch wheels along with ABS, traction control, and stability control.

The traction control system has enjoyed a refresh, too; a «GP racing» mode utilises the Mini's electronic faux - differential and brakes the inside wheel during especially committed cornering, no longer cutting engine power, something the standard JCW's keen DSC is too eager to do.

The always excellent - looking flashes of Cadillac's trademark eucalyptus wood gracing the console, center stack, shift lever, door caps, door pulls, and steering wheel - warmer and more appealing than any German wood - grain effect - help remind us that we are not in a Teutonic ride, as do American - looking gauge fonts, the sat - nav system, and secondary controls.

In the dry, the FF behaves more like a rear - wheel - drive car: Leave traction and stability control engaged — don't worry, they allow a fair amount of slip — and the rear end wags and drifts on the power, smoothly under control.

As well as doing some innovative things regarding user interface with our new control unit on our steering wheel,» Moers says.

The LX still has plenty of equipment, including a backup camera, Bluetooth, a USB port, and cruise control, and it doesn't look like other base models clad with cheap - looking wheels and black plastic trim.

I have understood that stability control uses sensors that ABS does not have: yaw / roll rate, acceleration, steering wheel sensors etc..