But all of these systems, no matter their names, use high-tech sensors, the car's central computer and mechanical actions to assist in driving safely. We often read about high-performance cars having a tendency to understeer or oversteer; but the truth is, any car can veer off course, es...
Prices ranged from $684 for the six-cylinder Special coupe to $1013 for the V-8 DeLuxe woody wagon -- the first factory-built Ford to break the $1000 barrier. But none of this did much for sales. While Ford's total volume improved to near 691,500, it remained about two-thirds of ...
I decided to go all-out and chose the Iconic trim for $2400, which mostly gives me various driver-assist features but also power front seats and, most importantly, that Harmon Kardon Premium sound system to blast Doja Cat or whatever. The most unique exterior option this ca...
Lock and Sport. In Auto Mode, RAV4 delivers power primarily to the front wheels under most driving conditions, switching automatically to AWD only when needed. By only engaging the rear axle and delivering power to the rear wheels when needed, Auto Mode helps enhance fuel efficiency and reduce...
Learn how conventional and adaptive cruise control works, and when to use it to maintain safe driving speeds and distances.
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Lock them together and your car won’t want to turn. And when it does, it’ll judder and skid in protest. There are also a few vehicles with a front differential lock, but I’m going to assume that if you bought one of those then you probably know how to use it. More Car ...
Understanding how cars make use of data is critical to understanding how automotive apps work. So let’s take a look at the type of data gathered with connected cars. The interchange of data works on five levels: V2I (Vehicle to Infrastructure): as the name implies, on this level, a ...
There is also a task group for next generation 5G to define the similar functionality. Their argument is that LTE infrastructure is mature and ready to use, while on the other hand, 802.11p need long term infrastructure investment on vehicle itself and roadside service. See also: Open cars ...
In this article, we'll take a look at what allows brake assist to stop cars much more quickly and effectively than the unaided driver can do alone. With power brakes and anti-lock brakes on the scene, why would a driver need any more help stopping his or her car? Learn why by clicki...