Tacky, ugly design elements that American automakers have tended to put all over the outside of their products. Read More »
Cruisers
Harley Davidson motorcycle riders. Read More »
Differential
The gear assembly connected between the driving wheels (or front and rear axle in case of 4WD or AWD) that permits the wheels to turn at different speeds. This is especially important when going around a corner since the inside wheels turn more slowly than the outside wheels. Read More »
DNF
Literally, the race participant DID NOT FINISH. Read More »
Fours
Four-cylinder engines on a motorcycle. Read More »
Green Flag With A Yellow Diagonal Stripe
The green flag with a yellow diagonal stripe signals a slower driver to move over on the track and let the leaders proceed. This usually occurs near the end of a race when the slower car is many laps behind. This flag is to ensure safety for the cars still racing for the win. Read More »
Highsiding
Highsiding happens when the back wheel of a motorcycle gets out of line with the front wheel, for instance, when the back wheel fishtails during a skid. When the two wheels are out of line, if the back wheel gains traction, it immediately snaps in line with the front wheel. The result is a very violent action where the rider ... Read More »
Ignition System
The electrical system that produces a spark to ignite the fuel/air mixture in a gasoline engine. Read More »
Limited Slip Differential
A mechanism that limits the speed and torque differences between the two wheels on an axle (or front and rear axles in the case of 4WD/AWD). Limited slip ensures that some power is always applied to each of the wheels, even when one is on a slippery surface. This is the essential element to avoid getting a vehicle stuck in ... Read More »
No-Fault Insurance
Covers you and the car you are driving in the event of an accident. In an accident in a state that requires No-Fault insurance, your insurance company will pay for the damage to the car you are driving and the passengers in your car. The driver of the other car will be covered by her own insurance. Your insurance company ... Read More »
