An industry-standard port usually found near the steering column that is used to connect diagnostic equipment and read error codes through a car’s on-board computer.
Also known as shock absorbers, off-road dampers are shock absorbers that are designed and built specifically to tackle harsher terrain and higher speeds. They tend to allow greater flex of the wheels while providing longer wheel travel for improved stability.
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.
The unintended influence of torque on the steering, a trait typically seen in front-wheel-drive vehicles. During heavy acceleration, the steering is likely to pull towards one side.
A combination of off-road driving aids such as Hill Descent Control, Electronic Locking Differentials, and dedicated off-road drive modes is known as an off-road kit.