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...t wheels of cars were gradually replaced with [[disc brake]]s and now many cars use disc brakes on all wheels. ...vehicle|hybrid]] car using drum rear brakes is the [[Toyota]] [[Prius]]. (Hybrid vehicles greatly reduce everyday wear on braking systems owing to their ene

...and the road to have less [[leverage]] on the engine. This is what allows cars to slow down using their relatively flimsy engine parts. The engine maintai Engine braking is always active in all non-[[hybrid car|hybrid]] cars with an internal combustion engine, regardless of transmission type. Engine

...0's and early 1950's but by 1955 they were forced to close (although their cars were continued to be used). [http://carsfromitaly.net/ <small>Source</smal ...s of car-based Aprilia's where produced. This first-Lancia Paganelli was a hybrid in the sense that this is an example built on a Fiat chassis-GILC equipped

...it]] or [[hill-climb]] races) with the results achieved by the endothermic cars, this [[electric vehicle]] was faster than many traditional [[race car]] [[

[[Image:Gtp_sports_cars.jpg|thumb|300px|GTP sports cars racing at [[Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course]] in 1991]] '''Sports car racing''' is a form of circuit racing, with cars that have two seats and enclosed wheel wells. They may be purpose-built or

...and 1980s it was the exception rather than the rule, at least on European cars. The trend to [[front wheel drive]], greater vehicle mass and wider [[tire ...two different assist curves (boost curve), while on Volkswagen/Audi group cars, the amount of assistance is automatically regulated depending on vehicle s

...who use their car primarily for personal transportation. Typical economy cars are small, light weight, and inexpensive to buy. ...or vehicles that could navigate narrow streets and alleys. These European cars, such as the [[Austin Seven]], would also start to catch on in [[Japan]] du

[[Petroleum electric hybrid vehicle|Petroleum electric hybrid vehicles]] make use of both an on-board [[rechargeable energy storage syste ===Parallel hybrid===

...ompanies like the ones mentioned earlier. The Farm was a [[Fiorino]] based hybrid van-estate car using the 1050cc engine and uprated suspension.

...ires. Similar trolley poles are used singularly on some [[tram]] (trolley) cars. Each pole is connected by a nonconductive cord to a self-winding wheel, al ...able energy storage system|RESS]]) and a fueled propulsion power source: [[hybrid vehicle]]

The most well-known examples of road-cars with gull-wing doors are the [[Mercedes-Benz 300SL]] from the 1950s, the [[ ...then used simple pneumatic struts similar to those found in [[hatchback]] cars to open the doors and dampen the movement of the doors.

...cal electric vehicle design is [[Personal rapid transit]], a cross between cars and trains optimised for independent travel. ...]]. This approach is known as [[diesel-electric]] or gas-[[hybrid vehicle|hybrid]] locomotion.

...was produced in [[1958]]. Van Doorne's patents were later sold to [[Volvo Cars|Volvo]] along with DAF's car business. [[General Motors]] designed a CVT for use in small cars, which was first offered in [[2002]]. After just three years, however, thi

...urned" in engines in fundamentally the same method as traditional gasoline cars. ...but they produce more pollution than would use of that energy in [[plug-in hybrid electric vehicles]]. Hydrogen fuel cells generate less CO₂ than

It is worth noting that for all vehicles that travel upon [[wheel]]s (such as cars and [[bicycles]]), the sum of rolling friction and [[static friction]] is w ...tent tend to have a lower rolling friction. This is one strategy that most hybrid car vendors use to improve fuel efficiency.

...T), the level of boost maintained by the [[turbocharger]] (in turbocharged cars), and control other peripherals. ...gramming changed through the OBD port. Automotive enthusiasts with modern cars take advantage of this technology when tuning their engines. Rather than u

...left Austro-Daimler after differences about the future directions of their cars. ...ity]] for his work for Daimler. He constructed more very successful racing cars, dominating racing in the [[1920s in Sports|1920s]]. His idea of a small, l

[[Image:FSAE Design 2007.JPG|thumb|right|400px|The 2007 design finalist cars; from the left, [[University of Michigan - Ann Arbor]], [[Graz University o ...on a series of rules, whose purpose is both ensuring on-track safety (the cars are driven by the students themselves) and promoting clever problem solving

|Team(s) || [[Matra]], [[March Engineering|March]], [[Frank Williams Racing Cars|Williams]], [[British Racing Motors|BRM]], privateer [[Surtees]] ...and the standard C60. In 2005, it was developed further still to meet the "hybrid" regulations, before the change to LMP1/2 format. It is unknown whether Pes

A '''hybrid vehicle''' (HV) is a vehicle using an on-board [[rechargeable energy storag ...nol]] or plant based oils have also seen occasional use. A number of other hybrid vehicles use hydrogen fuel.

...] in the South. The open wheel racers were built for racing, and the stock cars were ordinary automobiles modified to varying degrees. ...gh as 1500. The sport is popular in Australia and Canada also. Many of the cars may also race on [[Short track motor racing|asphalt short tracks]] during t

...cars are purpose-built racing vehicles, stock cars (also known as fendered cars) can be either purpose-built racecars or street vehicles that have been mod ...gh as 1500. The sport is popular in Australia and Canada also. Many of the cars may also race on [[Short track motor racing|asphalt short tracks]] during t

...types were allowed during the 1972 and 1973 seasons. Production of the 400 cars required for [[homologation]] in [[Group 4 (racing)|Group 4]] were launched ...r, the car would remain a serious competitor and proved able to beat works cars in several occasions when entered by an experienced private team with a tal

...They have grown in popularity for other vehicles, such as high-end luxury cars, because of their safety and convenience, ...-supporting run flat tires are fairly common on light trucks and passenger cars and typically provide for the vehicle to drive for 50&nbsp;miles at around

...rs]] once the engine was running, a concept that is now being revived in [[hybrid vehicles]]. By [[1920]], nearly every car had a self-starter.

...ery, the Company started, with good results, and also built car bodies for cars and taxi. ...beginning of the war the [[Italian]] factories built many more buses than cars.

...tt ‘bubblecar’ but with their own 172cc two-stroke engine installed. These cars were sold as the Mi-Val ''Mivalino''. ...ar was destroyed by fire. However this vehicle may be at best, a kr175/200 hybrid with additional non production parts added for the film. The front fender i

Many modern cars use [[rack and pinion]] steering mechanisms, where the steering wheel turns ...rtant advantage, leading to the increasing use of rack and pinion on newer cars. The recirculating ball design also has a perceptible lash, or "dead spot"

...h a lap length of over 25 km, it allows the participation of more than 200 cars, and over 700 drivers. ...GT2-spec, turbo-charged Porsche, modified [[Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters]] cars from Opel and [[Abt Sportsline]]-Audi, and the [[Schnitzer Motorsport]]-ent

...is as important as performance this company offers DIY options and turnkey cars. Very aerodynamic and space for battery options. Retro European styling fr ...their simple sports car design. Availability of conversion kits for these cars are quite prevalent with commercial retail establishments that specialize i

...hich in a sense predates them. As of 2002 there were 590 million passenger cars worldwide (roughly one car for every eleven people), of which 140 million i ...from the [[Daimler Motor Company]] founded in 1896 and making their first cars made in 1897.

Most cars sold in the [[United States]] since the [[1950s]] have been equipped with a ...ted (and expensive) to build and repair than manual transmissions. In most cars (except US family, luxury, sport-utility vehicle, and minivan models) they

...in early automobiles such as the [[Ford Model T]], up through some British cars of the 1940s. Although now considered obsolete, an advantage of this system ...of a non-magnetic, electrically conductive tube. Furthermore, many modern hybrid automobiles have [[regenerative braking]], which uses a reversed electric m

...s than 50 cc. Some localities require pedals, thus making them a form of [[hybrid transport]], using both human power and machine power. Because of their sm In [[Malaysia]], kapchai bikes may apply the same highway speed limits as cars and larger motorcycles since modern kapchai models are capable to reach the

...for [[Alfa Romeo]], [[Ferrari]], [[Lamborghini]], [[ISO]] and later built cars under his name. He also developed advanced designs for [[General Motors|GM] ...ing advanced projects and designing, building and developing his own sport cars. He often said: "I'm not a car designer, I am a worker".

Most cars sold in the [[United States]] since the [[1950s]] have been equipped with a ...ted (and expensive) to build and repair than manual transmissions. In most cars (except US family, luxury, sport-utility vehicle, and minivan models) they

Most 250 road cars share the same two wheelbases, 2400&nbsp;mm for short wheelbase (SWB) and 2 ...guar XK straight-6]] The light V12 propelled the small Ferrari 250 racing cars to victory after victory.

'''Piaggio''' is a company based in [[Italy]] that produces cars, motorcycles, scooters and aeroplanes. ...es for projects - they rolled out two world firsts in 2004: a gas-electric hybrid scooter; a scooter with two wheels in front and one in back which grips the

...ond version of the VT coupe and roadster were mainly a styling update. The cars now featured the SV's exposed headlamps, new wheels and a newly redesigned ...ition, they choose to replace the now dated 5.7 litre motor with a sort of hybrid unit. Displacing 6.0 litres and based on the motor that powered the Diablo

...&nbsp;ft·lbf (608&nbsp;N·m) of torque will also be a high for Ferrari's GT cars. Most of the modifications to the engine were done to allow it to fit in th ...eighs 100 kg less than the standard GTB. Production will be limited to 599 cars.

The list will also be limited to production road cars that meet the following conditions: ...ufacturer and offered for commercial sale to the public in new condition - cars modified by either professional tuners or individuals are not eligible

...to take off in western Europe, especially in France where, in 1903, 30,204 cars were produced, representing 48.8% of world automobile production that year. ...Winton automobile|Winton]], and [[Ford Motor Company|Ford]] were producing cars in the thousands.

...d concentrate on the ability of manufacturers to build sporty yet reliable cars. This would drive innovation in not only reliable but also fuel-efficient v ...Le Mans, a drive would be created for better aerodynamics and stability of cars at high speeds. While this was shared with Grand Prix racing, few tracks in

...tated objective is to find a "single, decisive winner" among all competing cars. ...twelve months prior to the award. The award is not restricted to European cars, but nominees must be available in at least five European countries, and ha

[[Ferrari]] had 10 cars start the 1958 Le Mans with only two finishing but one, a TR 58 (250TR) was ...275&nbsp;LM]] winning the race, this proved to be the last win for the red cars. Four consecutive victories for Ford followed in the next years.

...ore comfortable and practical product. Manufacturers responded with the [[hybrid bicycle]], which restored many of the features long enjoyed by riders of th ...gh some women's bicycles continue to use this frame style, there is also a hybrid form, the ''mixte'' or ''[[step-through frame]]'', which also allows easier

...(D.T.I. Group or DTI), manufacturer of the [[De Tomaso]] sports and luxury cars, owned by Argentinian industrialist [[Alejandro de Tomaso]], purchased SEIM ===First Truck-motorcycle Hybrid===