Car Definitions

What does Regenerative Braking mean?

A system employed in hybrid and battery electric vehicles that captures energy created during braking/deceleration and transfers it to the onboard battery. Energy stored in this battery is then used to power the vehicle at slow speeds reducing its reliance on the engine and making it more fuel efficient.

What does All-Wheel Steering mean?

A car equipped with All-Wheel Steering means that the rear wheels can turn, which typically improves handling dynamics.

What does Body KIt mean?

A bodykit is a set of modified parts or additional components that are added to a vehicle's body. These usually include front and rear bumpers, and side skirts for a sportier design.

What does Supercharger mean?

A device that increases the pressure, temperature and density of air supplied to an engine, resulting in greater fuel flow and significantly more power.

What does Wheelbase mean?

The distance between the center of the front and rear wheels on any vehicle.