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ok but stupid question since that is what I do professionally... ( stupid questions that is)
if the wheels just spin and don't hook up, what is the purpose of the launch?
is it eventually quicker?
In terms of acceleration, there is a wheel spin percentage range that results in faster acceleration times than compared to a launch with no wheel spin. Go over that percentage and you go slower again. Here is the best discussion I could find doing a Google search:
I asked since i'm not a fan of shredding rubber and haven't X-crossed in almost 40 years.
and burning out with my leCar was never really an issue. ( potential understatement of the year )
Essentially the static friction limit is broken until the dynamic friction provides enough forward velocity that the driveline can re-engage static friction without snapping components.
The engagement at a high rev range results in a higher torque and better launch conditions.
The delicate part would be easing off the throttle at the right point to not snap things or burn up the clutch trying.
Not to poo-poo the Tesla, but they are experiencing some "quality" issues. I have been hearing the anecdotally. That said, I do have an acquaintance that took delivery on a Model 3 about a month ago. So far it has had a "significant" paint issue, which called for a little body work, and he also has an issue (it is the shop again) with a small swimming pool in the rear trunk.
I have had a chance to drive a Model S and it was really impressive, but I am still find Musk's ability to run the Tesla corporation a little dubious..
12-18-2018, 05:04 PM
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