JDM S2000
08-24-2005, 11:59 PM
#2
From: http://world.honda.com/news/2000/4000707.html
The VGS system, which will debut in the S2000 type V, varies the steering gear ratio continuously according to vehicle speed and steering angle to provide a heightened "joy of maneuvering." The adoption of this variable ratio system ensures ideal handling performance through a broad range of driving conditions. Agile and exhilarating performance is especially noticeable on winding roads, since the front end of the vehicle turns sharply in precise response to driver steering input. While cruising at high speeds on expressways, the VGS offers a smooth and progressive ratio setup without excessive sensitivity, providing the driver with the relaxed and reliable driving feel of conventional steering systems. Astonishingly, the lock-to- lock ratio* is almost halved to 1.4 turns for better maneuverability in the low speed ranges.
Funny thing, I remember reading an article where they tested a VGS model against a "normal" S2000. The VGS was slower in the quarter mile and there were other gripes about it that the editors had. (I think the steering wheel it's equipped with is pretty sweet, though) I think altogether the article pointed out how the VGS system wasn't really all that special, other than adding a somewhat nice gimmick to an already excellent performing vehicle.
The VGS system, which will debut in the S2000 type V, varies the steering gear ratio continuously according to vehicle speed and steering angle to provide a heightened "joy of maneuvering." The adoption of this variable ratio system ensures ideal handling performance through a broad range of driving conditions. Agile and exhilarating performance is especially noticeable on winding roads, since the front end of the vehicle turns sharply in precise response to driver steering input. While cruising at high speeds on expressways, the VGS offers a smooth and progressive ratio setup without excessive sensitivity, providing the driver with the relaxed and reliable driving feel of conventional steering systems. Astonishingly, the lock-to- lock ratio* is almost halved to 1.4 turns for better maneuverability in the low speed ranges.
Funny thing, I remember reading an article where they tested a VGS model against a "normal" S2000. The VGS was slower in the quarter mile and there were other gripes about it that the editors had. (I think the steering wheel it's equipped with is pretty sweet, though) I think altogether the article pointed out how the VGS system wasn't really all that special, other than adding a somewhat nice gimmick to an already excellent performing vehicle.
08-25-2005, 02:44 PM
#3
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DUHHH!!! How would a sophisticated Steering system help in the 1/4 mile. Whats this site coming to. From what I read in the Japanese Owners Forum, the VGS is awesome. MAke the car even that much more fun to drive. It's a shame we aren't offered it here.
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