Vehicle Dynamics are two words that you tend to often see on websites and social media platforms dealing with driver training. It is my opinion that many providers take liberty with the definition of Vehicle Dynamics. This is not a criticism, but an observation.
The Computer Chip in Your Butt
A while back, an article in Racecar Engineering Magazine discussed the effects of “self-aligning torque” on the driving task. Self-Aligning Torque is the effort or force required to turn the steering wheel. It is measured in pounds and is the vehicle’s way of communicating to the driver that everything is cool, no worries, or that […]
Emergency Maneuver vs. Cornering
Many training programs teach an exercise called Lines and Apexes. The goal of the exercise is to train the student to maximize their speed through a corner; from a vehicle dynamics viewpoint, that is a different skill set than operating a vehicle in a sudden emergency scenario.
The Time and Distance Relationship
When moving through any scenario the driver is managing time and distance. In an emergency, survival comes down to how much time and distance do you have to avoid the problem.
The Science of the Evasive Maneuver
Lane Change – Evasive Maneuver – Accident Avoidance – Swerve to Avoid – no matter what it’s called they all have the same basic characteristics and are essential to all EVOC training programs. Over the years the feedback from former students indicates that the “Lane Change” exercise instills life-saving skills. The purpose of the evasive […]
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