CST (traction and stability control) is a stability control system used on Ferrari cars. It optimises the operation of the anti-skid and traction control systems, ABS, and the brake …
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S-AWC (Super All Wheel Control) is a proprietary vehicle dynamics control system that has been installed on Mitsubishi AWD cars. It has been used since 2007. The system controls …
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What is a flywheel? What does it do? A flywheel is a bulky clutch component which is shaped like a large disc. It is attached to the crankshaft of …
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What is an alternator belt? The car alternator is essentially a power generator which keeps the car battery charged and allows it to continuously power the key electrical components …
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MSP (Maserati Stability Program) is an electronic stability control system installed on Maserati cars. It stabilises the car body when manoeuvring and driving on slippery roads. How MSP works …
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How much do you really know about the lights on your car? If you don’t know much, don’t panic! This guide is here to help. Car lights are not …
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This month, the UK government introduced a cleaner blend of fuel known as E10 petrol as the new standard petrol with the aim of reducing the nation’s carbon dioxide …
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Integration and automation are not new concepts for the automotive industry. As technology has advanced, more devices and functions have been integrated into car systems to make driving safer, …
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SI-Drive is an intelligent engine and transmission control system that has been installed on Subaru cars. It allows the performance of important car units to be adapted to road …
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ALL4 is a full-time all-wheel drive system used in MINI cars. It improves traction, as well as the vehicle’s stability and handling in any weather and road conditions. How …
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SH-AWD is an active all-wheel drive system that has been installed on Acura and Honda cars since 2004. It works together with traction control, stability control, and other systems. …
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Symmetrical AWD or SAWD is an all-wheel-drive system in Subaru cars that has been used since 2003. It is installed on all models of the make, except BRZ and …
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Q4 is an all-wheel drive system which has been installed on Alfa Romeo cars since 1994. It improves the vehicle’s dynamics and off-road capabilities. It also increases its stability …
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AFS (Active Front Steering) is an active steering control system which has been installed on Cadillac and BMW cars. It debuted in 2003. The system controls the steering ratio, …
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PSM (Porsche Stability Management) is a stability control system which has been installed on Porsche cars since 1998. Initially, it was offered as an option. Since 2003 it has …
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IWD (Individual-Wheel Drive) is an individual all-wheel-drive system installed on electric cars. In this system, each wheel is driven by its own electric motor. This technology improves the vehicle’s …
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CSC (Cornering Stability Control) is a system installed on Tata cars designed to help improve stability when braking in corners. This system improves the vehicle’s handling and eliminates understeer …
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MASC (Mitsubishi Active Stability Control) is a stability control system installed on Mitsubishi cars. It prevents skidding and improves traction and the vehicle’s manoeuvrability. How MASC works MASC determines …
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M57D30 is a turbocharged diesel engine with the Common Rail fuel injection system. It was produced at the BMW Group factory in Steyr, Austria from 1998 till 2012. This …
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EVSC (Electronic Vehicle Stability Control) is a stability control system installed on Isuzu trucks and buses. It prevents vehicles from losing traction on slippery surfaces while also eliminating understeer …
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