We went to the limits of what is possible
with damper technology so as to achieve optimum race track performance combined with everyday practicality.
Not exact matches
Underneath, the new DS 5 gains new
dampers with pre-loaded linear valve (PLV)
technology, which DS claims will help to reduce any sudden movement through the suspension, making for a smoother ride.
Among the heavily abbreviated
technology fitted as standard is ABC (active body control), an active spring and
damper system tasked
with reducing body roll, and MCT, the seven - speed automatic gearbox.
With an advanced suite of
technology features like four - wheel steering, adjustable
dampers, and variable power steering, the 300ZX Turbo not only sprinted from 0 - 60 mph in a quick 5.5 seconds, but also proved graceful and easy to drive quickly.
The entry point Sport Turismo 4 is equipped
with steel springs and Porsche's active
damper technology, PASM,
with the 4S and Turbo models are fitted
with air suspension and PASM damping as standard.
Amongst the
technology the Ferrari Portofino comes equipped
with, is the third generation electronic rear differential (E-Diff3), F1 - Trac ESC, and magnetorheological
dampers.
Other
technology includes Brake Steer — which stops the inside rear wheel spinning to cut understeer during fast cornering — and proactive suspension — a system that gives complete control over the car's tendency to roll, using hydraulically interconnected
dampers (doing away
with anti-roll bars) to vary the amount of body roll the car will allow.
Just as the Colorado reinvigorated the moribund (read: dead) mid-size pickup category when it debuted over a decade ago, the ZR2 creates an all - new segment
with built - for - trail features such as 31 - inch tires, a reinforced frame structure, a lifted suspension, some seriously high - tech
damper technology and a 3.5 - inch wider track than the base Colorado.
Other significant options include 19 - inch wheels and tires, Electronic
Damper Control (EDC;
with Sport, Normal and Comfort modes), M Drive
with steering - wheel button to instantly activate a set of pre-programmed dynamic variables, front - seat backrest - width adjustment, fold - down rear seatbacks, Navigation system
with iDrive, high - definition and SIRIUS satellite radio, USB - enabled port for iPod and iPhone control and
Technology and Premium Packages that include groups of the above.
630i GT standard equipment M Sport Package (Luxury Line available as a no - cost option) 19 - inch BMW M double spoke light - alloy wheels Adaptive LED Headlights Automatic tailgate Active rear spoiler Panorama Glass Sunroof Active kidney grille Chrome Line exterior finishers M Aerodynamics Package M Sport Brakes Adaptive 2 - Axle Air Suspension
with dynamic
damper control Ambient lighting Comfort Access Professional Navigation
with iDrive6 and 10.25 - inch touchscreen 12.3 - inch multi-function display
with black panel
technology Head - Up Display Speed limit info High Beam Assist Driving Assistant Plus Parking Assistant Plus Eight - speed sports automatic transmission
with gearshift paddles ConnectedDrive Freedom Wireless charging DAB Digital radio 16 - speaker harman / kardon surround sound system Two - zone climate control air conditioning Sensatec instrument panel BMW Individual roofliner in Anthracite Leather Dakota upholstery Heated front seats
with lumbar support
Some of the larger packages include a Dynamic Handling Package (Dynamic
Damper Control, Performance Control and Variable Sport Steering), a Driver Assistance Package (rearview camera
with Top View and Park Distance Control), an M Sport Package (high - gloss roof rails, sport seats, an aero kit, an Anthracite headliner, Shadowline exterior trim, an M Sports leather steering wheel, paddle shifters, Dynamic
Damper Control and 19 - inch M light - alloy double spoke wheels), or the
Technology Package (navigation, real - time traffic, a head - up display, BMW Apps).
Some packages are the Cold Weather Package (including heated seats), Premium Package (where you can get power seats and power tailgate),
Technology Package (key features are the navigation system, wireless smartphone charging and head - up display), Sport Package (
with 18 - inch wheels, LED headlights and fog lights, sport seats and dynamic
damper control)-- or you can get the Fully Loaded Package, which includes it all.
This
technology allows MagneRide ™ to change
damper settings quickly and
with a wide operating range, delivering more stable and confident dynamics.
Additionally, the Prestige and R - Sport trims offer Jaguar's Adaptive Dynamics (adaptive suspension
dampers and adjustable drive settings), a Black Design package (gloss - black exterior trim), a Comfort and Convenience package (ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, power rear sunshade, power trunk lid), a Driver Assistance package (adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning
with advanced automatic emergency braking, surround - view parking camera, automated - parking system, traffic - sign recognition) and a
Technology Pack (mobile 3G Wi - Fi hotspot, CD / DVD player, 10.2 - inch touchscreen and 17 - speaker Meridian audio system).
Typical MINI go - kart feeling thanks to model - specific set - up of suspension
technology,
with single - joint spring strut front axle and multilink rear axle; maximum agility due to weight - optimised construction
with a high degree of stiffness; electromechanical power steering
with Servotronic function as standard; Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) as standard including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC) in the MINI Cooper S 5 door and MINI Cooper SD 5 door also
with Performance Control; model - specific spring and
damper set - up; Dynamic Damper Control optionally available; standard trim includes light alloy wheels in 15 - inch format (MINI Cooper 5 door, MINI Cooper D 5 door) or 16 - inch format (MINI Cooper S 5 door, MINI Cooper SD 5 door); light alloy wheels optionally available up to 18 i
damper set - up; Dynamic
Damper Control optionally available; standard trim includes light alloy wheels in 15 - inch format (MINI Cooper 5 door, MINI Cooper D 5 door) or 16 - inch format (MINI Cooper S 5 door, MINI Cooper SD 5 door); light alloy wheels optionally available up to 18 i
Damper Control optionally available; standard trim includes light alloy wheels in 15 - inch format (MINI Cooper 5 door, MINI Cooper D 5 door) or 16 - inch format (MINI Cooper S 5 door, MINI Cooper SD 5 door); light alloy wheels optionally available up to 18 inches.
The basic
technology is available
with the designation «Basic»; it offers the essential functions of a monotube
damper as well as standardized connection interfaces for various vehicle categories — among other also for small mid-size cars.
Some of the specific changes include: new geometry of the chassis
with new front struts
with five bolt upper anchors points (versus 3 previously), redesigned electric power steering, new rear
damper technology, and updated Dynamic Stability Control.
Apart from borrowing from the French car - maker's FIA Formula E Championship
technology, Renault fitted the ZOE
with all - wheel drive, a lower ride height, wider wheel tracks, double - wishbone suspension, 20 - inch wheels, bigger brakes and Öhlins four - way adjustable
dampers.
This truck comes
with tech built for the task of off - roading — and in the case of its Dynamic Suspensions Spool Valve (DSSV ™)
damper technology from Ontario, Canada - based Multimatic, it's tech that's unique in the marketplace.
• Intensification of the typical MINI go - kart feeling
with extensively revised suspension
technology, reduced weight and increased rigidity; new single - joint spring strut axle
with aluminium swivel bearing and also axle supports and wishbones made of high - strength steel; new multilink rear axle also in optimised lightweight construction and space - saving geometry; refined electromechanical power steering now
with Servotronic as standard; Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) as standard including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC), in the MINI Cooper S also including Performance Control; new spring and
damper set - up with triple - path support bearings; Dynamic Damper Control optionally available for the first time in MINI; refined brake system, adapted to increased driving performance; light alloy wheels in 15 - inch or 16 - inch (MINI Cooper S) format as standard; light allow wheels optionally available up to 18 i
damper set - up
with triple - path support bearings; Dynamic
Damper Control optionally available for the first time in MINI; refined brake system, adapted to increased driving performance; light alloy wheels in 15 - inch or 16 - inch (MINI Cooper S) format as standard; light allow wheels optionally available up to 18 i
Damper Control optionally available for the first time in MINI; refined brake system, adapted to increased driving performance; light alloy wheels in 15 - inch or 16 - inch (MINI Cooper S) format as standard; light allow wheels optionally available up to 18 inches.
• Intensification of the typical MINI go - kart feeling
with extensively revised suspension
technology, reduced weight and increased rigidity; new single - joint spring strut front axle
with aluminium swivel bearing and also axle supports and wishbones made of high - strength steel; new multilink rear axle also in optimised lightweight construction and space - saving geometry; refined electromechanical power steering now
with Servotronic as standard; Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) as standard including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC), in the MINI Cooper S also including Performance Control; new spring and
damper set - up with triple - path support bearings; Dynamic Damper Control optionally available for the first time in MINI; refined brake system, adapted to increased driving performance; fitted as standard with 15 - inch steel rims and wheel covers (MINI One, MINI One D) as well as light alloy wheels in 15 - inch (MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper D) or 16 - inch format (MINI Cooper S); light allow wheels optionally available up to 18 i
damper set - up
with triple - path support bearings; Dynamic
Damper Control optionally available for the first time in MINI; refined brake system, adapted to increased driving performance; fitted as standard with 15 - inch steel rims and wheel covers (MINI One, MINI One D) as well as light alloy wheels in 15 - inch (MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper D) or 16 - inch format (MINI Cooper S); light allow wheels optionally available up to 18 i
Damper Control optionally available for the first time in MINI; refined brake system, adapted to increased driving performance; fitted as standard
with 15 - inch steel rims and wheel covers (MINI One, MINI One D) as well as light alloy wheels in 15 - inch (MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper D) or 16 - inch format (MINI Cooper S); light allow wheels optionally available up to 18 inches.
Coil over Multimatic
dampers with DSSV
technology with independent bump and rebound adjustment
Technology package, MMI satellite navigation plus, Panoramic glass sunroof, Comfort pack Plus, Rear View camera, Audi Parking Plus
with front and rear sensors, Cruise control,Auto - dimming rear - view mirror,High - beam assist, Extended black styling pack, Audi exclusive paint finish,
Damper control, BOSE sound system, DAB digital radio, Audi music interface, Audi hill - hold assist, Descent control, Light and rain sensor, Hydraulic Brake Assist, Electric front seats, Electric folding auto dimming heated door mirrors, Advanced Key, Audi drive select, Dual zone climate control, Privacy glass
Power and performance come from three electric motors, 7 - speed dual clutch transmission, an advanced Electro Servo braking system, MDX Sport Hybrid - exclusive Active
Damper technology, and an expanded - range Integrated Dynamics System
with four modes including the new SPORT + mode.
Among the great innovations are the quattro drive system
with ultra
technology, highly efficient engines, the air suspension
with damper control and a comprehensive line - up of infotainment and assistance systems.
Audi drive select is available in conjunction
with two additional
technologies —
with adaptive
dampers; or
with sport differential, adaptive control for the shock absorbers and dynamic steering.
Standard equipment highlights (in addition to 520d) M Sport Package
with M Aerodynamics Package and BMW Individual Aluminium satinated Exterior Line M Sport Brakes 19 - inch BMW M light alloy wheels Automatic tailgate operation Adaptive LED headlights including BMW Selective Beam and High Beam Assist Dynamic
Damper Control Multi-functional 12.3 - inch high - resolution colour display
with black - panel
technology 16 - speaker harman / kardon surround sound system Sports seats
with seat heating and lumbar support for driver and front passenger BMW Individual anthracite roof liner M leather steering wheel When compared to the previous 535d, the BMW 530d's increased specification equates to around $ 16,000 of additional value.
Bluetooth wireless phone connectivity, Clock, Cruise control + speed limiter, DVD Satellite Navigation
with 7» colour display, Front and rear parking sensors, Graphic information display, Power assisted steering, Reversing camera, Trip computer
with message system, Bowers and Wilkins premium sound system, DAB Digital radio, Portable audio interface, Radio / CD and mp3 compatibility, USB connection, Automatic dimming rear view mirror, Automatic headlights,Bi - Xenon cornering headlamps
with auto levelling and pressure washers, Body colour large rear spoiler, Body coloured bumpers, Bonnet louvres, Door mirror integrated indicators, Door mirror memory, Electric front windows + drivers one touch / anti-trap, Electrically operated heated and folding mirrors, Electrochromic door mirrors, Extended side sills, Front aerodynamic splitter, Gloss black mesh grille, Gloss black side window surround, Heated front windscreen and timer, LED daytime running lights, LED tail lights, Performance active exhaust, Quad tailpipes, Rain sensor windscreen wipers, Rear diffuser, 12 V power socket in centre console, 12 V socket in glovebox, 16 way electric adjustable front seats, 3 spoke heated multi-function steering wheel, 4 way electric lumbar support, Air filter, Automatic air recirculation, Blue ambient lighting, Diamond Sew style to leather interior, Dual zone automatic climate control, Front ashtray and cigar lighter, Front centre armrest, Front cupholders, Front headrests, Front passenger seat memory, Front seat back map pockets, Front sports seats, Heated front seats, Humidity sensor, Interior mood lighting, Isofix rear child seat fastenings, JaguarDrive selector, Jet premium suede cloth headlining, Memory function for drivers seat; steering wheel & exterior mirrors, Premium carpet mats, Reach + rake adjustable steering column, Rear centre armrest, Rear headrests, Softgrain leather upholstery, Stainless steel pedals, Steering wheel gearshift paddles, Adaptive restraint
technology system,Anti - lock Brake System + Electronic Brakeforce Distribution + Emergency Brake Assit, Driver / Front Passenger airbags,DSC - Dynamic Stability Control, Electronic parking brake, Front seatbelt pretensioners, High performance braking system, Pedestrian contact sensing and deployable bonnet, Red brake calipers, Seatbelt reminders for driver and front passenger, Seatbelts to all seat positions, Side airbags, WHIPS whiplash protection system - front, Deadlocks, Drive away door locking, Engine immobiliser, Keyless entry, Keyless Start, Locking wheel nuts, Perimetric and volumetric anti theft alarm, Remote central locking, Adaptive dynamics, Limited slip differential, Stiffer springs and
dampers, Tyre repair kit
Elsewhere, there's adaptive air suspension
with new three - chamber
technology and Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM electronic
damper control).
In order to channel the engine's imposing power development into inspiring performance characteristics, the new BMW M5 boasts chassis
technology — including electronically controlled
dampers, M - specific Servotronic steering, a stability control system
with M Dynamic Mode and high - performance compound brakes — developed on the back of racing expertise and tuned to the output profile of the powerplant.
Sophisticated chassis
technology with Dynamic
Damper Control.
For the second generation, Audi sticks to the same mid-size, five - seat wagon formula, but brings weight savings of up to 90 kg, first - in - class
technologies like adaptive air suspension
with damper control, quattro all - wheel drive
with ultra
technology and 30 driver assistance
technologies.
Included as part of the Deluxe
Technology Package is Hydraulic Body Motion Control, which does away
with steel sway bars and instead relies upon hydraulically - actuated
dampers that seek to reduce body roll while improving ride quality.
In comparison, the 2017 GMC Acadia Denali starts at $ 45,995 for the front - wheel drivetrain, but my test model
with all - wheel drive, the
technology package, optional computerized
dampers, special paint and destination has a final retail price of $ 50,875.
M - specific chassis
technology, Dynamic
Damper Control, M Servotronic, DSC
with M Dynamic Mode.
The Stingray I was driving came
with Chevy's Magnetic Selective Ride Control
technology, an optional adaptive suspension that changes the
damper response based on sensor information and the driver - selected program.
The truck retains the stock ZR2's 3.6 L V - 6 engine and eight - speed automatic transmission, along
with a modified version of ZR2's Multimatic DSSVTM
damper technology.
Available options on the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 will include: Class - exclusive 2.8 L Duramax Turbo - Diesel engine, paired
with a six - speed automatic transmission, capable of 186 horsepower and 369 lb - ft of torque Choice of crew - or extended cab configurations (including short and long beds, respectively) 7 - speaker Bose premium audio system Dealer - installed, bed - mounted spare tire carrier Full - length black vinyl floor (no additional cost — standard interior features leather seats and carpet) The ZR2's starting MSRP includes a number of key standard features unique to the trim level, such as: Class - exclusive front and rear locking electronic differentials Revolutionary, segment - exclusive Multimatic Dynamic Suspensions Spool Valve (DSSVTM)
dampers Off - road rocker protection Modified front and rear bumpers for better off - road obstacle clearance Exclusive ZR2 17 x 8 - inch aluminum alloy wheels 31 - inch Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac off - road tires New cast - iron control arms An aluminum skidplate that protects the radiator and engine oil pan Autotrac transfer case Transfer case shield Aggressive grille and hood combo unique to ZR2 Modified rear axle
with a 3.42 ratio Front and rear tracks widened 3.5 inches over a standard Colorado Suspension lifted 2 inches over a standard Colorado Off - Road Mode
Technology 4 - wheel disc brakes Other standard features include: Tow / haul mode Trailering Package, including trailer hitch and 7 - pin connector Integrated trailer brake controller Spray - on bedliner Heated driver and passenger front seats Wireless phone charging Rear sliding window EZ Lift and Lower tailgate Locking tailgate Recovery hooks A six - speaker audio system with Chevrolet MyLink Radio with Navigation and an 8 - inch diagonal color touchscreen, AM / FM stereo with seek - and - scan and a digital clock, Bluetooth streaming audio for music and select phones, voice - activated technology for radio and phone featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability as well as an auxiliary jack All - terrain spare tire with unique ZR2 wheel Four USB ports: one on the instrument panel, one in the center console and two in the rear of the center console Electronic automatic cruise control Rear window electric defogger OnStar 4G LTE with built - in Wi - Fi Rear Vision Camera Remote keyless entry Remote vehicle starter system 4 - way power front driver and passenger seat adjuster with power driver lumbar control Rear seats with underseat storage Standard powertrain is the 3.6 L DI DOHC V6 with a class - leading 308 horsepower and 275 lb - ft of torque that is shared with other Colora
Technology 4 - wheel disc brakes Other standard features include: Tow / haul mode Trailering Package, including trailer hitch and 7 - pin connector Integrated trailer brake controller Spray - on bedliner Heated driver and passenger front seats Wireless phone charging Rear sliding window EZ Lift and Lower tailgate Locking tailgate Recovery hooks A six - speaker audio system
with Chevrolet MyLink Radio
with Navigation and an 8 - inch diagonal color touchscreen, AM / FM stereo
with seek - and - scan and a digital clock, Bluetooth streaming audio for music and select phones, voice - activated
technology for radio and phone featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability as well as an auxiliary jack All - terrain spare tire with unique ZR2 wheel Four USB ports: one on the instrument panel, one in the center console and two in the rear of the center console Electronic automatic cruise control Rear window electric defogger OnStar 4G LTE with built - in Wi - Fi Rear Vision Camera Remote keyless entry Remote vehicle starter system 4 - way power front driver and passenger seat adjuster with power driver lumbar control Rear seats with underseat storage Standard powertrain is the 3.6 L DI DOHC V6 with a class - leading 308 horsepower and 275 lb - ft of torque that is shared with other Colora
technology for radio and phone featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability as well as an auxiliary jack All - terrain spare tire
with unique ZR2 wheel Four USB ports: one on the instrument panel, one in the center console and two in the rear of the center console Electronic automatic cruise control Rear window electric defogger OnStar 4G LTE
with built - in Wi - Fi Rear Vision Camera Remote keyless entry Remote vehicle starter system 4 - way power front driver and passenger seat adjuster
with power driver lumbar control Rear seats
with underseat storage Standard powertrain is the 3.6 L DI DOHC V6
with a class - leading 308 horsepower and 275 lb - ft of torque that is shared
with other Colorado models.
All Accord Hybrid models are fitted
with Amplitude Reactive
Dampers with newly - tuned internals for a more supple, yet controlled ride, and new Straight Driving Assist
technology that helps reduce the driver's workload when driving on a crowned or canted road surface.
The RDX,
Technology Package and A-Spec use 2 - stage Amplitude Reactive
Dampers, while the Advance Package's Active
Damper System is electronically integrated
with the vehicle's Integrated Dynamics System (IDS).
The R.S. 01 is packed to the brim
with the latest racing
technology as the Dallara - built carbon fiber monocoque chassis is equipped
with a double wishbone layout suspension, pushrods and Öhlins
dampers as well as six - piston carbon brakes and Bosch Motorsport ABS.