The Infiniti QX80 is one of the last large displacement, luxury family haulers left on the market. In the world of turbocharged and electronically boosted powertrains, the QX80 holds on to a massive 5.6L V8 engine. It has been a fan favorite of the brand, however, it hasn’t always been the most attractive looking vehicle. …
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The MacPherson strut suspension design, named after its inventor, Earle S. MacPherson, is an innovative suspension system that provides a cost-effective and space-saving solution for front suspensions. By integrating the shock absorber with other essential components, it simplifies the overall design of the vehicle. The MacPherson strut suspension has become a staple in the automotive …
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Multi-link suspension plays a crucial role in keeping you safe behind the wheel while giving you the freedom to take on any curve or corner with confidence. Its independent suspensions, such as wishbone or longitudinal link setups, work harmoniously with shock absorbers and other components to provide optimal performance. What is Multi-Link Suspension? Multi-link suspension …
At its core, a trailing-arm suspension consists of horizontal arms that connect the chassis to the wheel hub. These arms, aptly named “trailing arms,” serve as a vital link between the car body and the rear axle. By acting as a pivot joint for various forces at play while driving – such as steering inputs, …
Torsion bar suspensions are an effective, adjustable suspension setup that allows for customization of ride feel and height. This suspension setup is perfect for people who like to go off-roading, overlanding, transport heavy cargo, or just like to have the option of adjusting their ride height when they want to. Understanding the Design and Function …
The Hyundai Santa Fe has been a slept on offering from the Korean powerhouse brand. The current 4th generation model offers affordable luxury with some high-quality drivetrains. Despite this, the Santa Fe has always fallen to the wayside for Hyundai SUVs, landing somewhere between the Tuscon and the Palisade. However, the 5th generation model aims …
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The Hyundai IONIQ 5 and Kia EV6 were announced and released around the same time and were destined to be the “Korean EV twins”. However, the Kia EV6 received a high-performance variant and it’s Hyundai brother did not. You may remember the promotional video of the EV6 GT racing a Lamborghini Huracan from a few …
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The Gemera is truly an engineering feat accomplished by Koenigsegg. Only a mere 300 units of the Gemera will be built. It is being coined as a “mega grand tourer” and I must say, it is deserving of the title. The Koenigsegg company originally started development of the Gemera with the thought process of making …
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The Lotus brand, now owned by Chinese automaker brand Geely, has been world renowned for making some of the most awe inspiring, light-weight sports cars on the planet. The Lotus Eletre, however, is no sports car. And it is certainly not light weight. Weighing in at 5,500 pounds, the Eletre is large and in charge. …
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If we ignore electric vehicles, there are two types of automatic transmissions on the market today. There are traditional automatics with usually 6-10 gears. There are also CVT transmissions that have no actual gears. Some brands have engineered “simulated gears” which make your car sound like it is switching gears while accelerating, but really it …
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