2006 S2000 Information
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Originally Posted by Calgarian,Aug 31 2005, 08:19 PM
Everytime I get into my S2000 I have to remember that it doesn't have some form of stability control as a result I find myself concentrating on the task of driving. When I drive BMW's or MB's etc with such devises I'd classify my driving as sloppy and carefree.
I believe part of the fun of the S2000 is that sense of responsibility that come with driving the car. It's completely up to the driver to control the outcome.
I sure hope the S2000 has not become another computer controlled sports car.
I believe part of the fun of the S2000 is that sense of responsibility that come with driving the car. It's completely up to the driver to control the outcome.
I sure hope the S2000 has not become another computer controlled sports car.
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Just a quick glossary here.
Traction Control: When the drive wheels spin because of a combination of too much throttle/too little traction, the system reduces throttle input and will also tap the brake on the wheel that is spinning.
VSA: The car has multiple acceleration sensors, a steering angle sensor which together determine if the vehicle is sliding. If the car is sliding, it will use a combination of reduced throttle input and braking to any one of the 4 wheels to get the vehicle back in line with what the computer assumes is the drivers intended path.
Considering how many people can't drive, I wish all cars had this. I may seem bitter but I guess even this system wouldn't have helped with the minivan that tagged me last week as I was on my bike but it would certainly keep a lot of average drivers out of trouble.
Traction Control: When the drive wheels spin because of a combination of too much throttle/too little traction, the system reduces throttle input and will also tap the brake on the wheel that is spinning.
VSA: The car has multiple acceleration sensors, a steering angle sensor which together determine if the vehicle is sliding. If the car is sliding, it will use a combination of reduced throttle input and braking to any one of the 4 wheels to get the vehicle back in line with what the computer assumes is the drivers intended path.
Considering how many people can't drive, I wish all cars had this. I may seem bitter but I guess even this system wouldn't have helped with the minivan that tagged me last week as I was on my bike but it would certainly keep a lot of average drivers out of trouble.
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