Car Definitions

What does Torque Steer mean?

The unintended influence of torque on the steering, a trait typically seen in front-wheel-drive vehicles. During heavy acceleration, the steering is likely to pull towards one side.

What does Supercharger mean?

A device that increases the pressure, temperature and density of air supplied to an engine, resulting in greater fuel flow and significantly more power.

What does Automatic Transmission mean?

Type of transmission that automatically changes gears instead of making the driver shift through them manually.

What does Self-levelling Headlights mean?

A system that uses a number of sensors to calculate load within the vehicle and automatically adjust the direction of the headlamps. This ensures the vehicle's headlamps are always in their optimal position and not pointing upwards into the sky or dipped downwards limiting visibility.

What does Performance Tyres mean?

Tires that are dedicated to high-speed driving are known as performance tires. They tend to have a shallower tread pattern than standard road tires to reduce rolling resistance while providing maximum grip.