Asymmetric tires combine two different tread types. At first glance, the tread shape differs between the right and the left. The asymmetric tyre design allows the tread to be split into two completely different parts. The first, rigid part ensures better handling and longer tyre life, while the second part dampens noise and sufficiently drains water away from the road.
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Active engine mounts reduce the transmission of vibrations from the engine to the crew compartment while ensuring a sufficiently rigid attachment of the power unit to the body.
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Slick is the name given to racing tires that have completely smooth tread pattern. The smooth tread allows for a larger contact area between the tire and the road, thus giving the tire more grip.
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The brake disc is usually in the form of a plate or disc that is rigidly attached to the wheel hub and rotates with it. During braking, the frictional surface of the brake disc is pressed between the brake pads, thereby producing a braking effect.
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Directional tires have a characteristic “V” tread pattern. While this specific tread shape slightly limits the way they can be used, on the other hand it brings a number of advantages.
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Sedan is the designation of a passenger car body type with a stepped rear and a three-door, usually four-door body.
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Kick-down is the function of downshifting the automatic transmission. When the accelerator pedal is fully depressed, the control unit will command the gears to downshift to the lowest possible gear, thereby increasing the speed of the internal combustion engine in order to obtain the best possible engine performance. The driver will use this function, for example, when overtaking or accelerating hard.
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