Carbon dioxide has become synonymous with the environmental friendliness of modern cars. Yet it is a non-toxic, colourless, tasteless and odourless gas that is heavier than air. CO2 is formed by the reaction of carbon with oxygen, for example in a process called combustion. But it doesn’t have to be combustion in engines as everyone thinks of it now! It’s also produced by ordinary breathing…
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Slick is the name given to racing tires that have completely smooth tread. The smooth tread allows for a larger contact area between the tire and the road, thus giving the tire more grip.
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Directional tires have a characteristic “V” tread pattern. While this specific tread shape slightly limits the way they can be used, on the other hand it brings a number of advantages.
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Sedan is the designation of a passenger car body type with a stepped rear and a three-door, usually four-door body.
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The GTX designation on the bodywork of Volkswagen cars is intended to refer to the more famous GTI designation and will be reserved for sporty versions of VW electric cars.
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The GSi designation has belonged to Opel sports cars since the second half of the 1980s.
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A mild-hybrid is a car whose conventional powertrain is supplemented by an electric motor and an additional battery. This modification enables the mild-hybrid to make better use of the recuperated energy.
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