roadholding


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roadholding

(ˈrəʊdˌhəʊldɪŋ)
n
(Automotive Engineering) the extent to which a motor vehicle is stable and does not skid, esp at high speeds, or on sharp bends or wet roads
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roadholding

[ˈrəʊdˌhəʊldɪŋ] Nagarre m
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Roadholding is solid and handling as composed as ever.
Softer suspension can affect the handling and roadholding but, again, the MG designers have managed to maintain a good level of body control without too much roll, and this gives very good roadholding, with high levels of grip.
You get brilliant performance and roadholding, but the engine is so flexible that it will amble around town or cruise along the motorway.
Apart from the hot Renaultsport models, they are all comfortable and capable, with good roadholding and handling and decent economy.
The 4x4 system means you get outstanding roadholding.
Roadholding is solid and safe rather than athletic.
We didn't get much time behind the wheel, and at lower speeds with cold everything it was hard to tell if the steering, roadholding and brakes would really switch on when hot.
And despite being a high vehicle affording plenty of headroom the Yeti offers sharp roadholding and a pleasantly firm ride with no wallowing.
But there was far more to the Murano than most people think - and that was its amazing roadholding and pure 4x4 ability.
And the handling and roadholding are a hoot, with loads of grip and good balance allied amount of roll.
High safety standards and reduced braking distances, together with enhanced roadholding and perfect comfort, are the tyre's defining characteristics.