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...ered a safety feature preventing operation of a vehicle at the edge of the safety envelope. *[[Car safety]]

[[Image:Road Atlanta.gif|thumb|right|280px|'''Road Atlanta Raceway''']] ...[[Maserati MC12]] GT1 participating in the [[American Le Mans Series]] on Road Atlanta''']]

...ist, balancing shape and substance to produce the best blend of lightness, safety, pure lines and reliable travel.

Retreading starts with a safety inspection of the tire. The old [[tread]] is then buffed away, and a new ru *[http://www.retread.org/RealPlayer.cfm/real.ram?file=dispel56 Rubber on the Road. Causes and Effect] (RealMedia)

...es the amount of [[force]] applied to each of a vehicle's brakes, based on road conditions, speed, loading, etc. Often coupled with [[anti-lock braking sys *[[Passive safety|Automobile safety]]

== Road transport == * Watching the road conditions in all directions around the vehicle (including frequent checks

...racing''' can be a term involving [[road running]], [[road bicycle racing|road bicycle races]], or [[automobile]] races. As contemplated in this article, [[Image:Motorcycle phillip island02.jpg|thumb|250px|Road bike racing around Phillip Island]]

...conform to the layout and original style of the truck whilst defining the safety standards required to race. Maximum race speed is restricted to 160km/h (100 mph) for safety reasons and a minimum weight limit is 5500kgs. Races start from a rolling s

...ch moves less will not absorb as much vibration; the irregularities of the road surface will transfer to the cabin through the geometry of the suspension a ...ith the unsprung weight tending to uncouple them. This can improve overall safety.

...is also involved in many non-racing activities that promote the sport, its safety, and support relevant public policy. ...e'' (FIM) in 1949, the same year that also saw the first race of the famed Road Racing World Championship Grand Prix. The headquarters were transferred to

...lian]] former [[Grand Prix motorcycle racing|Grand Prix]] [[motorcycle]] [[road racing]] [[List of Grand Prix motorcycle racing World Champions|World Champ He made his debut as professional [[motorcycle]] [[road racing|road racer]] in the 750cc class with [[Laverda]], moving later to [[Ducati Motor

...ead out and create a larger [[contact patch]]. This practice can create a safety hazard as there may not be enough pressure to secure the tire to the wheel. ...o these as "streetlocks" since the owners typically don't use them for off road use.

...s for years, some for the safety of [[car]]'s occupants only, some for the safety of others. Road traffic injuries represent about 25% of worldwide injury-related deaths (th

...s for years, some for the safety of [[car]]'s occupants only, some for the safety of others. Road traffic injuries represent about 25% of worldwide injury-related deaths (th

...e it an excellent grip on the road, while the all-wheel disc brakes ensure safety. ...t colours and the third stop-light position guarantee it visibility on the road. Just 2.64 metres long it is now branching out of its home Italian market a

...] [[Grand Prix motorcycle racing|Grand Prix]] [[motorcycle]] [[road racing|road racer]]. ...oncerns after requests by the FIM, the Dingle Dell section was changed for safety, and shortly after Sheene's death, the new section was renamed Sheene's Cor

...]] to win the [[List of Grand Prix motorcycle racing World Champions|500cc Road Racing World Championship]]. ...ers). These techniques are used everywhere in the top levels of motorcycle road racing, though they are much less exaggerated with today's improvements in

...ront end. Other trikes include ATVs that are specially constructed for off road use. Three-wheeled automobiles can have either one wheel at the back and tw ...dvantage of tax advantages, or as in the US to take advantage of the lower safety regulations, they are being classed as [[motorcycles]]. As a result of thei

...ests that such an effect is seen in [[human]]s, associated with the use of safety features such as [[Automobile|car]] [[seat belt]]s and [[bicycle helmet]]s. The theory grew largely out of investigations of [[road safety]] interventions. It was noted that some interventions had failed to achieve

[[image:Bi Safety.jpg|thumb|200px|'''1885 Bianci Safety''']] The company manufactures various types of bicycles, from [[Road bicycle|road]], [[Mountain bike|mountain]], [[Track cycling|track]], and cruiser bicycle

..., compact, has excellent handling and has been developed to meet very high safety standards according to Garage Italia who believe that the best of [[Italian ...guarantee good visibility and comfort. Maximum attention has been pain to safety and protection: the chassis has been designed with a top case built with tu

...ia]]) is an [[United States|American]] former [[motorcycle]] [[road racing|road racer]]. During the late [[1980 in sports|1980s]] and early [[1990 in sport ...nship, a series that encompassed four distinct dirt track disciplines plus road races. Following his success in the Novice 250cc roadrace class, [[Kawasaki

A [[seat belt]], sometimes called a '''safety belt''', is a harness designed to hold the occupant of a [[automobile|car]] ...ssociated [[paralysis]], or "seat belt syndrome", has led to a revision of safety regulations in nearly all of the developed world requiring that all seats i

...matic devices are also used where [[electric motor]]s cannot be used for [[safety]] reasons, such as deep in a mine where explosive dust or [[gas|gases]] may *[[Pneumatic drill]] (jackhammer) used by road workers

...e Straight, a part of the [[Route nationale (France)|Route Nationale]] 138 road. Speeds on the Mulsanne Straight reached over 400 km/h (250 mph) and, as co ...s lowered during the winter before the 2001 race, again in the interest of safety. Although the hump remains, it is greatly diminished from what it was.

...0 km of [[macadam]]ized road – comprising a 4.5 km loop track and a 5.5 km road track. The track was officially opened on [[1922-09-03]] with the second It ...except in the film ''[[Grand Prix (film)|Grand Prix]]'' made in 1966). New safety walls, rails and fences were quickly added and the refuelling area was move

...orcycle racing|Grand Prix]] [[motorcycle racing|motorcycle]] [[road racing|road racer]] and the [[2001]] [[List of Grand Prix motorcycle racing World Champ He began road racing in [[1992]], and entered his first Grand Prix in [[1996]], as a wild

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...s rival at the time, [[Ferrari]] in the 1960s and early 1970s for twistier road courses. ...ed States]] would [[Ban (law)|ban]] convertibles, due to concerns over the safety of occupants when a car overturns. As a result, manufacturers adopted Targa

|Track shape || Road course ...is host to one of the only two [[NASCAR]] races each year that are run on road courses. It is also host to several other auto races and [[motorcycle]] rac

...from the ''Dipartimento della Pubblica Sicurezza'' ([[Department of Public Safety|Department of Public Security]]), and the keeping of public order. It is a ...traffic, providing escorts for road safety, protection and control of the road network, rescue operations and cooperation in the collection of traffic flo

...d racing taking place on temporary circuits erected on city streets, see [[road racing]].'' ...cars and motorcycles. The [[Hong Kong Police Force]], responsible for road safety, tends to place [[roadblock|roadblocks]] in areas where it commonly occurs.

*Honda Safety & Riding Plaza Kyushu *Sports & Safety Riding Field SPA Naoiri

...fusing in this case, reporters use to compare different 4x4s the size, off-road capabilities and engine power. For safety ratings, the EuroNCAP uses nine categories:

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[[Formula One]] tires bear only a superficial resemblance to a normal road tire. Whereas the latter has a useful life of up to 80,000 km, the ti ...pean Grand Prix]], the F1 cars are unable to keep up with the [[Safety car|Safety Car]] in deep standing water due to the risk of [[aquaplaning]].

...e to drivers who cannot see the flagstand. This is especially common at [[road courses]], which usually feature several sharp turns and relatively steep h In [[road racing]], a single yellow flag displayed at the starter's stand or a marsha

...reason modern midget cars are fully equipped with [[roll cage]]s and other safety features. They are intended to be driven for races of relatively short dist ...expensive and exotic [[sports car]]s by beating them on the [[road racing|road course]] in an [[Offenhauser]] powered [[midget car]], usually used on ova

...wide and has not been widely commercialized yet. This is mainly due to the safety-critical nature of brake products. So far, Mercedes-Benz and Toyota already ...e the position and speed of the actuator in each e-caliper. Because of the safety critical nature of the application, even missing a limited number of sample

...Skip Barber Racing School] at Lime Rock Park in 1975, it is touted as the "Road Racing Center of the East" and each year hosts everything from car shows to ...area to expand the pitlane. In January-February 2006, the track made some safety upgrades that included the addition of a third rail of [[armco]] and some c

...ever, the factors that make the track so unusual, and tighter contemporary safety standards, make it unlikely that major race meetings in these categories wi ...named after the Mayor of Bathurst whose vision it was to create the scenic road/race-track. Drivers heading around this right-hander have to be careful not

...king. This tendency is referred to as [[oversteer]] and creates potential safety issues in racing applications as well as for ordinary drivers on wet or icy A range of sports road cars and racing cars with the RR layout was produced by the French company

A June 1999 [[National Highway Traffic Safety Administration|NHTSA]] study found that ABS increased stopping distances on ...ertheless, ABS significantly improves safety and control for drivers in on-road situations if they know not to release the brakes when they feel the pulsin

The years afterwards the Dutch TT was held on a road circuit through de Haar, Barteldbocht (near Assen), Oude Tol, Hooghalen, La ...her circuits. Today these sloped or curved bends have been modified due to safety issues.

...fication is designed to allow the use of small motorised vehicles avoiding safety restrictions and licensing charges of larger [[motorcycles]]. Some [[motori ...mopeds must have a motor between 600 and 2000 watts. Mopeds do not require safety testing (known as a Warrant of Fitness in NZ) and are subject to lower lice

...its maximum engine displacement capacity reduced to 800 cc, ostensibly for safety reasons. ...most manufacturers benefit more directly from the technology developed in road racing if they use four-stroke racing engines. Recent decisions by the [[EU

...mited to 45km/hr are other important elements of security both in terms of road holding and braking.

:''This article refers to the road vehicle known as a van. For other uses, including rail vehicles, please see ...ited States it is common for only the front seat passengers to use their [[safety belt]]s) and belted passengers can still lean. The result is a high center

...cting motorcycle safety, from certain DRL implementations. Nevertheless, a safety improvement is at least suggested by many studies. [[Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108]] required DRL on all new cars made after [[January 1]] [[1990

| Layout1 || Road course ...rt)|Alan Wilson]] to redesign the circuit, with the aim of modernizing its safety feature in accordance with current [[FIA]] regulations. The resulting redev

...occurrence and consequences of [[automobile accident]]s. ([[Road traffic safety]] more broadly includes roadway design.) ...the employer providing the vehicle generally plays a major role in setting safety, maintenance, and training policy. As in non-occupational driving, young dr

...on will conform to the latest 2009 F1 standards. Amongst many other detail safety features, wheel tethers will be incorporated. ...ed in Formula Palmer Audi. Whereas the engine in the FPA car uses standard road car components pretty much throughout, the F2 engine has been developed as

...Joan Claybrook, who was the Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) during the Firestone scandal stated before the Trans :Where the rubber meets the road

On two occasions Zolder has hosted the World Championship Road Cycling; [[1969]] and [[2002]] and the World Championship Cyclo Cross in [[ ...he beginning of [[2006]], the track underwent some adaptations to increase safety. In [[2007]], the track hosted a [[Champ Car World Series]] [[Zolder Grand

...] [[Grand Prix motorcycle racing|Grand Prix]] [[motorcycle]] [[road racing|road racer]]. A top rider of the Italian Minimoto Championship from 1996 to 2000 ...out penalty: on 7 June he received a verbal warning from the MotoGP Riders Safety Commission.

...ng the event, sometimes catching a few minutes of sleep by the side of the road before continuing. ...mat, PBP continues to this day as the oldest ongoing long-distance cycling road event.

..., and in many cases spectators are either banned or heavily restricted for safety or insurance reasons. The most famous hillclimb in the US is the [[Pikes Pe ...louds" hillclimb on the 7.4-[[mile]] course up the [[Mount Washington Auto Road]] on [[Mount Washington (New Hampshire)|Mount Washington]], [[New Hampshire

...mance with long-distance capabilities while providing comfort and relative safety to the rider. Sport touring has evolved over decades from simply strapping ...ives, what unites sport-tourers is their relentless pursuit of the perfect road -- be it in their backyard or across the continent.

...as opened to the public in the evenings and on weekends, as a one-way toll road. ...156 "Sharknose" Formula 1 car. Even 40 years later, the highest performing road cars have difficulty breaking 8 minutes without a professional racing drive

Winding in the infield of the high-speed tri-oval, there is a regular road race track for automobile and motorbike racing, using various track configu Like all modern tracks, the EuroSpeedway was built to the highest possible safety standards. However, in its first year of operation there were three serious

...constantly. In EPS the assist level is easily tunable to the vehicle type, road speed, and even driver preference. An added benefit is the elimination of e · Without mechanical connection between the steering wheel and the road wheel, it is less likely that the impact of a frontal crash will force the

...ied in most states and countries as a [[moped]] and are subject to reduced safety restrictions and licensing fees. Scooters above 50cc are generally legally High-powered electric road scooters are on the horizon now that small electric motorcycles like the [h

|Sport || [[Road racing]], [[Rallying]], [[Autocross]] ...lub of America''' ('''SCCA''') is a club and sanctioning body supporting [[road racing]], [[rallying|rally]], and [[autocross]] in the [[United States]] an

...fession involved in the development of motor vehicles or more specifically road vehicles. This most commonly refers to [[automobiles]] but also refers to [ * [[Car safety]]

...losed cabs are fitted on almost all modern models, for reasons of operator safety and comfort. ...wheel [[locking differential]] to help stop the tractor when travelling at road speeds.

|Safety || ...ina could mould the seats for their comfort, accessibility and view of the road (as with [[race car]]s). With a frame of [[Carbon fiber reinforced plastic|

...tages, and the fact that the vehicles are in some cases closely related to road cars, draws massive spectator interest, especially in [[Europe]], [[Asia]] ...ime stands on the world circuit. Deaths are now very rare thanks to modern safety regulations including the [[HANS]] device and improved spectator control po

...tes new styling, interior dynamics, and a high technology approach to road safety. It was designed with help from Australian teenagers. - Pictures at "http:/

...ed to be heavier and more sluggish than F1 cars, which race exclusively on road and street courses. ...s have used [[turbocharged]] engines. Turbos were banned in Formula One on safety grounds in [[1989 in sports|1989]]. For some periods of their history, nota

A concept car aimed at improving the safety of road vehicles, the Secura was jointly developed by OSI and Quattroruote and used OSI Cross Country OSI entered the more serious 'off-road' market at the The Turin Motorshow of 1966. Their new offering, the Cross C

...lity control''' ('''ESC''') is a computerized technology that improves the safety of a [[car handling|vehicle's stability]] by detecting and minimizing skids ...unction, Mitsubishi's newly developed TCL system had a preventive (active) safety function which improved the course tracing performance by automatically adj

...to ensure vehicles provide drivers and passengers with a maximum level of safety. There are also restrictions for P Plate drivers which can prevent young dr ...der the car but only when the car is on display, if the car is on a public road the lights have to be switched off. Many police officers in the U.K are uns

==In road cars== [[Category:Car safety]]

...stars''' the Red Guide awards to restaurants for their cooking, for its [[road map]]s, and for its historic emblem '''Bibendum''', the Michelin Man. ...Michelin would not allow the Formula One teams it supplies to race due to safety concerns, Michelin's share price fell by 2.5% (though it recovered later th

...ver of average ability) if a violent change of direction occurs, improving safety. However, if the owner fits new tires to the front axle only, they will ten Any vehicle may understeer or oversteer at different times based on road conditions, speed, available traction, and driver input. '''Limit handling'

The years afterwards the Dutch TT was held on a road circuit through de Haar, Barteldbocht (near Assen), Oude Tol, Hooghalen, La ...her circuits. Today these sloped or curved bends have been modified due to safety issues.

...tages, and the fact that the vehicles are in some cases closely related to road cars, draws massive spectator interest, especially in [[Europe]], [[Asia]] ...ime stands on the world circuit. Deaths are now very rare thanks to modern safety regulations including the [[HANS]] device and improved spectator control po

'''[[Grand American Road Racing Association|Grand-Am]] [[Rolex Sports Car Series]]'''<br>[[6 Hours o |Record class2 || [[Grand American Road Racing Association|Grand-Am]][[Rolex Sports Car Series]]

...efers to the group of components that generate power and deliver it to the road surface, water, or air. This includes the [[internal combustion engine|eng * [[Car safety]]

...microcars, city car's greater speed and occupant protection allow relative safety in mixed traffic environments and in all weather conditions. While it may b * [[Plymouth Road Runner]]

...ibed as much better than ordinary cars on snow and ice. Spare room on the road and ease of missing obstacles are also improved. ...al. The mandates by regulatory powers that such vehicles to meet full U.S. safety regulations ensures the unavailability of vehicles suitable for use in mixe

...effective for some time after a water crossing, an important factor in off-road vehicles). Disc brakes are also more reliable than drum brakes due to the ...rake material from the brake pads. Slotted discs are generally not used on road cars because they quickly wear down brake pads. However, this removal of ma

...ious forms of the automatic brake, thus, its use was expanded to include [[road vehicle]]s. ===<b>Safety Valve</b>===

...en only used in unforeseen circumstances. (This discussion is directed at road vehicles with at least three wheels, but some of it may apply to other grou ...weather. Deep water is an exception to the rule that wider tires improve road holding. (See aquaplaning under tires, below.)

...caused the French government to stop the race in [[Bordeaux]] and ban open-road racing. ...930s]] saw the radical differentiation of racing vehicles from high-priced road cars, with [[Delage]], [[Auto Union]], [[Mercedes-Benz]], [[Delahaye]] and

...caused the French government to stop the race in [[Bordeaux]] and ban open-road racing. ...930s]] saw the radical differentiation of racing vehicles from high-priced road cars, with [[Delage]], [[Auto Union]], [[Mercedes-Benz]], [[Delahaye]] and

...s]] to qualify. Both types may undergo significant modifications from the road car they are based on, but GT1 allows the use of exotic materials, better [ ...and are very simply racetrack prepared with the essentials (rollcages for safety, stripped interiors, race spec fuel tanks, etc.). Prestigious motorsports m

...maintain relatively high speed in a vehicle was if it could easily absorb road irregularities. ...d surface) but the suspension never 'wallows', giving precise handling and road-holding (like a sports car)

...e Maserati project got underway in October 1968 and a prototype was on the road by the summer of 1969. Shown in its final form at the Geneva Salon in March ...ransmission. Suspension was independent all round (a first for a Maserati road car) with coil springs, telescopic shocks and anti-roll bars. Citroën's ad

...e CART schedule. In the fall of [[2004 in IRL|2004]] the IRL announced two road course events ([[Watkins Glen International|Watkins Glen]] and [[Infineon R ...acing. Drivers report that the cars are particularly demanding to drive on road courses, especially when compared to [[GP2 Series|GP2]] and Champ Car chass

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...[[engine]] simultaneously. While many people associate the term with [[off-road vehicle]]s, powering all four wheels provides better control on slick ice a ...reza]]), whereas 4WD is used for vehicles designed primarily for heavy off-road use, normally with a low range transfer case (e.g. a [[Toyota Land Cruiser]

...mous uphill corner, while the opposite downhill traffic had to use the old road and U-turn behind the grand stands, rejoining the race track at the bottom ...0 race]] was partly its own fault. [[Jackie Stewart]]'s crusade to improve safety in racing was set in motion by his crash there in [[1966 Belgian Grand Prix

...ndulating terrain made the TT race series the most significant motor-cycle road-racing competition in the world. ...11. 1923 was the year of the introduction of the [[Manx Amateur Motorcycle Road Races]] - a race originally reserved to the amateurs and raced on the same

...the best protected area of the monocoque, behind the driver, reinforced by safety cell made of different composite and ballistic materials. The front and rea ...is a direct application of race proven technologies on a high performance road car and the complete exhaust weighs less than 10 kg. Hydroformed junctions

...g performance. A sports car's main emphasis is on performance by superior road holding, braking, maneuverability, low weight and power rather than comfort Due to certain restrictions in the North American market usually involving safety regulations, many sports cars are not available for sale or use in the Unit

...other European countries, William Vanderbilt conceived a way to solve the safety issue as well as improve attendance to his race. Vanderbilt formed a compan ...am K. Vanderbilt II driving his record-setting Mercedes at [[Daytona Beach Road Course|Ormond Beach]] in 1904. The trophy today can be found at the [[Smith

When the formula was first established, it ran on road tyres, used road gearboxes, and a price cap was placed on rolling chassis - the intention wa ...upercar championship race. Just seconds before the accident occurred the [[safety car]] had been deployed, causing the pack leaders to slow down as they roun

...the cockpit, he was knocked unconscious. He remained unconscious when the safety crew extricated da Matta from the car and was airlifted to Theda Clark Medi

| Road accident ...] of the road. Both vehicles had to be dragged away in order to clear the road. The van driver only suffered slight injuries, while Guilbert died a few ho

...on a 300-kilometre road circuit at [[Guadarrama]], near [[Madrid]], on the road to [[Valladolid]]. ...at the [[24 Hours of Le Mans]] resulted in regulations governing spectator safety, and the pedestrian-lined street track at Pedralbes was dropped from the ra

The [[1870s]] saw the development of the "[[safety bicycle]]" which was roughly the bicycle we would recognize today, with two ...e introduction of dual-pivot caliper brakes they were used on all types of road bicycles. They consist of two curved arms that cross at a pivot above the w

...se a high gear when cycling downhill, a medium gear when cycling on a flat road, and a low gear when cycling uphill. ...he distance covered per revolution depending only on the wheel size. The [[safety bicycle]] introduced driving the rear wheel via a chain, allowing faster tr

...he project and only one of the bankings was ever designed. Converted to a road course, the circuit opened in December of 1965 and proved to be somewhat da ...driver and Super GT team manager [[Masanori Sekiya]] and there is a Toyota Safety Education Center, a mini circuit. In addition to motorsports, Fuji also hos

|Track shape || Oval/Combined Road Course |Track length || Oval - 4.023 kilometers(2.5 miles)<br>Combined Road Course - 4.192 kilometers (2.605 miles)

...e key areas which determine changes to the rules of Formula One: increased safety, lower costs and increased excitement for the spectator. === Safety ===

...nced four-wheel drive. Laforza can easily handle hazardous weather and bad road conditions.

...irections. This type of carbon fiber assembly is most widely used in the "safety cell" monocoque chassis assembly of high-performance race cars. ...tors]] and [[BMW]] have started to use carbon fiber technology in everyday road cars.

...rive a crank on the rear wheel. This machine predates the invention of the safety bicycle by many years, so its chassis is also based on the "bone-crusher" b ...single front wheel, but these were prone to rollovers.) ATVs are used off-road for utility and recreation. However, a proper motorcycle has fewer than fo

...t why it failed in the United States, but one explanation is that American road surfaces were much worse than European ones, and riding the machine on thes ...up in the air and traveling at a great speed. If he hit a bad spot in the road he could easily be thrown over the front wheel and be seriously injured (tw

...urope featured straights the length of the [[Mulsanne]]. The fact that the road is public and therefore not maintained to the same quality as some permanen ...d more exotic [[supercar]]s due to manufacturers wishing to develop faster road cars for the purposes of developing them into even faster GT cars.

...[Europe]]an [[List of important cycling events|semi classic]] single day [[Road bicycle racing|cycle race]] held in the [[Belgium|Belgian]] province of [[E ...ilar story in [[2004]] with race organiser Wim Van Herreweghe saying: "The safety of the riders could not be guaranteed, the snow and freezing cold made the

|Layout2 || Infield Road Course ...rly 1997, and has additional configurations and facilities to accommodate "road" races, motorcycle races, vehicle testing, and [[drag race]]s (Auto Club Dr

[[Image:35 Maserati MC12.jpg|thumb|300px|An MC12 GT1 at [[Road Atlanta]] in the [[American Le Mans|ALMS]] in 2005]] In 2004 Maserati completed 25 road cars and 3 race cars intended for [[FIA GT]] GT1 class. In 2004 the [[Germa

The '''Targa Florio''' was an open road [[endurance]] automobile race held in the mountains of [[Sicily]] near [[Pa ...t was a national sports car event until it was discontinued in 1977 due to safety concerns. It is since run as a [[rallying]] event, and is part of the ''[[I

....lbf (95&nbsp;Nm). Its performance belied this small engine, though. ''[[Road & Track]]'' praised the car's acceleration, comparing it with cars in the 1 ...ad reputation due to their outdated technology, poor (by modern standards) safety level and equipment when compared with modern automobiles, but are still f

...n 1919). The company was known for its advanced engineering in its premium road cars and its success in early [[Grand Prix motor racing]], winning the firs ...on the engine blocks, lightening holes in every conceivable location, and safety wires threaded through almost every fastener in intricately laced patterns.

...roduction run in 1860. One of the major problems was the poor state of the road network. [[Santler (car)|Santler]] from Malvern is recognised by the Vetera ==Safety==

...nd Prix circuits were modifed in order to reduce speed and increase driver safety. As a consequence of this, in 1995, the entry from Hangar Straight into Sto ...completion of the [[A43 road|A43]] Silverstone bypass, a dual-carriageway road just to the north of the circuit. When the race was moved to an April date

...tear]] as well as to provide a high-friction bond between the car and the road to improve acceleration and handling. Today most tires, especially those f ...vehicle)|hydroplaning]], substantially reducing traction. However, if the road is dry, they actually reduce grip since they reduce the contact area, hence

...ke on a new responsibility to re-create a Driver's Safety group to look at safety changes in Formula One. As the most senior driver, he was asked (and accept ...ins]] M.D., F.R.C.S., O.B.E. a world-renowned neurosurgeon and Formula One Safety Delegate and Medical Delegate, head of the Formula One on-track medical tea

...ore than ever appreciated and admired for their innovative design and road safety.

...40 examples. As of 2005, nine roadsters had been built. According to ''[[Road & Track]]'' magazine, three more C12 S 7.3 cars had been built as of June 2 ...prove performance. Finally, an external fire extinguisher is included for safety. It reaches 100&nbsp;km/h in 2.7 seconds.

...the late 1980s and early 1990s, when it dominated rallying. Lancia offered road-going versions of these competition cars — the Lancia Delta HF4WD and Int ...ylish, luxurious yet utterly practical five door hatchback with impeccable road manners, but capable of a blistering 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) acceleration

...]], and semi-automatic [[gearbox]]es. Some were borrowed from contemporary road cars. Some, like active [[suspension (vehicle)|suspension]], were primarily ...lead drive at Williams that year. The [[FIA]] vowed to improve the sport's safety standards; since that weekend, no driver has died on the track during a rac

...uential transmissions, although the shift pattern is modified slightly for safety reasons. In a motorcycle the gears are usually shifted with the left foot ...unaticipated change of gear during a sharp turn can cause skidding if the road is slippery.

'''Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca''' is a paved road racing track (used for both [[auto racing]] and [[Motorcycle sport|motorcyc ...ver area and field artillery target range) after the nearby [[Pebble Beach Road Races]] were abandoned for being too dangerous. In 1974, the property was d

*[[Honda Safety & Riding Plaza Kyushu]] *[[Thomson Road Grand Prix circuit]]

...in November in the streets of [[Macau]]. It is known for being the only [[Road racing|street circuit racing event]] in which both car and motorcycle races ...hen he lost control of his car and crashed. This raised the alarm for more safety improvements for the race.

...r its own [[sports car]] based on the Gallardo architecture, the [[Audi R8 Road Car|Audi R8]]. It would use a [[V8]] in place of the Gallardo's V10 to avoi ...alerno]]-[[Reggio Calabria]] highway, also under the powers of the special safety operative which is already being employed along this tract of highway and a

...cing rear-wheel drive. These models were known as ''dwarf safeties'', or ''safety bicycles'', for their lower seat height and better weight distribution. Sta ...ge:Bicycle.jpg|frame|Reflectors for night riding are one of many available safety accessories]]

...nd keeping vehicle occupants comfortable and reasonably well isolated from road noise, bumps, and vibrations. These goals are generally at odds, so the tu ...ut of space to move or the body or other components of the car hitting the road. The control problems caused by lifting a wheel are less severe if the whe

...o Lamy]], which caused the [[safety car]] to be deployed. After a six-lap safety car sequence, racing resumed, but just one lap later Senna's car left the t ...hat he was technically leading the race, even if he was behind Hill on the road. The track dried up and so the race was not going to be stopped early. That

...in on-road vehicles. (Fuel containing lead may continue to be sold for off-road uses, including aircraft, racing cars, farm equipment, and marine engines.) *[http://www.sefsc.noaa.gov/HTMLdocs/Gasoline.htm Gasoline MSDS (material safety data sheet)] includes composition, [[flash point]], handling precautions, e

...safety]] performance assessment programme. He has also promoted increased safety and the use of green technologies in motor racing. In 2008, stories about ..., and FISA, which was supported by the "[[grandee]]" constructors owned by road car manufacturers (primarily [[Alfa Romeo]], [[Ferrari]] and [[Renault]]).

...ility vehicle]] category. While many people associate the term with [[off-road vehicle]]s, powering all four wheels provides better control on many surfac ...y is difficult. Suppose that the left front wheel slips on an icy patch of road with a design that drives all four wheels. The slipping wheel will receive

...ch ceased sanctioning auto racing in the general outrage over motor racing safety that followed the [[1955 Le Mans disaster]]. USAC controlled the championsh ...cessor USAC, was dominated by North American drivers until the 1990s. Many road racing stars, including [[Mario Andretti]], [[Bobby Rahal]], and [[Danny Su

...red and started them. This became a safety issue after the introduction of safety belt harnesses, which needed to be properly strapped. At that time pilots e ...ving a [[Porsche 911]] to [[Paris]] after the race, Ickx was involved in a road accident where he escaped unharmed, having worn his seatbelt.

''Also see'' [[History of steam road vehicles]] ...and in 1801 [[Richard Trevithick]] was running a full-sized vehicle on the road in [[Camborne]].

...in Monaco after a controversial accident with Juan Pablo Montoya under the safety car period. He clinched a record [[List of Formula One World Drivers' Champ ...Liuzzi from Scuderia Toro Rosso had a spin off at the first corner and the safety car had to come out to assist the marshals as the car was on the racing lin

...trated format. The instruments provide information primarily on engine and road speed, as well as all parameters relating to engine condition. Only three p ...ques for decades - and regularly provide clear evidence of their collision safety. The monocoque in the Sesto Elemento, however, is made using innovative For

...as the [[Superbike World Championship]], that feature modified versions of road-going motorcycles available to the public. ...are owned by [[Dorna Sports]]. Teams are represented by the International Road Racing Teams Association (IRTA) and manufacturers by the Motorcycle Sport M

Nominees are judged on the following criteria: design, comfort, safety, economy, handling, performance, functionality, environmental requirements, ....2 unit all the way up to the swift 1.8 GSi&nbsp;— and soon afterwards the road-burning 2.0 GTE 8v and 16v versions. Its wide range guaranteed the Kadett/A

...opened in 1986, the circuit boasted a new pit complex, as well as improved safety all around. The Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez (as of 2006) has been the o ...kstretch. The oval is raced in anti-clockwise direction, as opposed to the road course.

The list will also be limited to production road cars that meet the following conditions: ...2|F102]] (a two-stroke V6) ''(about 100 produced for testing, 13 fitted to road cars)''[http://www.dyna.co.za/cars/specs.htm]

...es off the sealed road onto dirt, or whatever low-grip surface borders the road, to maintain or gain drift angle. Also colloquially called "Dirt Turbo". ...a [[road racing]] car. [[roll cage|Roll cages]] are sometimes employed for safety, and to improve the torsional rigidity of the car's frame, but are compulso

...in a first lap collision, but continued driving there until running out of road and lifting his kart back on the race track. His mechanic thought Räikkön ...here a "punctured or damaged tyre" could be changed for "clear and genuine safety reasons" and there was no precedent for whether the stewards would consider

Safety is a major concern regarding auto rickshaws. Their flimsy chassis makes the ...e demand of a technologically updated and a least pollutant vehicle on the road. The new auto rickshaw slated to be launched in early 2006, is supposed to

...borghini Jarama|Jarama]], which was designed to take into account new U.S. safety and emissions legislation. 1970 also saw the introduction of the [[Lamborgh ...agazine said, "With the 5.2 litre V-12, the LM002 can pass anything on the road&mdash;except a gas station".

...0 EUR in advance for fuel. Typical entries range from second hand standard road cars to [[European Touring Car Championship]] vehicles and GT3 [[sports car ...de the track muddy. At 16:51, the race was started after two laps behind a safety car. Veteran Klaus Ludwig at the wheel of the [[Aston Martin DBRS9]] which

| Discipline || Road '''Paris-Roubaix''' is a one-day professional [[Road bicycle racing|bicycle road race]] in northern [[France]] from [[Compiègne]] to [[Roubaix]], near the

...se of very soft compounds (to ensure that the tyre surface conforms to the road surface as closely as possible). However, since 2006, tire changes have bee In an effort to reduce speeds and increase driver safety, the FIA has continuously introduced new rules for F1 constructors since th

...he safety car as it emerged from the pit lane but after it had crossed the safety car control line. It took the race stewards twenty minutes to pass verdict ...ain in [[2010 Hungarian Grand Prix|Hungary]] after Vettel broke an obscure safety car rule and was issued with a drive-through penalty that demoted him to th

...ndling, and was amongst the first cars to meet the abandoned late 60s U.S. safety regulations. ''Unlisted Author.'' (1977), ''Motor'', February 26 1977:<div ...ited States|U.S.]] market, additional emission control equipment and large safety bumpers were added, which sapped performance even more &mdash; an increase

...opened in 1986, the circuit boasted a new pit complex, as well as improved safety all around. The Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez (as of 2008) has been the o ...retch. The oval is raced in counter-clockwise direction, as opposed to the road course.

...osi continued as head designer, and the company continued to produce solid road cars as well as successful race cars (including the 40-60 HP and the [[Alfa ...eo the inaugural world championship for Grand Prix cars in 1925. For Alfa road cars Jano developed a series of small-to-medium-displacement 4, 6, and 8 cy

...1984). He was also one of only three drivers to win races on [[Road racing|road courses]], paved [[oval track|oval]]s, and [[dirt track racing|dirt tracks] ...ints. He won three 1974 USAC stock car races on road courses, and won four road course races in 1975.

...ize, as an overheated piston engine is likely to do; this is a substantial safety benefit in aircraft use. ...eel race cars with Mazda Wankel engines, adaptable to both oval tracks and road courses, on several levels of competition. Since 1991, the professionally o

...ues and Melanie. During his early career Villeneuve took his family on the road with him in a motorhome during the racing season, a habit which he continue ...s said that on the track he was scrupulously fair and did not put anyone's safety other than his own in jeopardy and those who worked with him usually referr

...Prix at Spa did not take place as the drivers boycotted the circuit after safety upgrades were not installed as demanded. Stewart won the 1969 title easily Safety issues finally helped resolve the dispute; after nearly 50 years, the power

...ually phased out across [[Europe]], due to tightening emissions and [[NCAP|safety legislation]]. The car remained in production in Italy until May 2003. Its ...success, being considered less reliable and too low to be employed in off road duty.

...r ovals and high speed tracks, but was less well suited to street and most road circuits. Toyota’s engines were not yet reliable and often failed the tea ...were exactly the same and that the track required less attention than the road courses in the CART series and in European racing.

...e won five of the sixteen Grand Prix during the season. He also won on the road at the [[1985 San Marino Grand Prix|San Marino Grand Prix]], but was disqua ...liamsF1|Williams]] team called his teammate Piquet in to change tyres as a safety precaution, handing the race victory — and Championship — to Prost, who

...orld Championship and announced his retirement, and died months later in a road accident. ...m]] team. During the summer of 1968, Ferrari worked out a deal to sell his road car business to [[Fiat]] for $11 million; the transaction took place in ear

[[Brian Redman]] recalls that "it was incredibly unstable, using all the road at speed." Many thought that the 4.5&nbsp;L engine was too much for the fra ...track to his GT40 instead of running, then entered his car and locked the safety belt carefully before starting last.

...ole position, and led from the start. On lap&nbsp;25, he went up an escape road to avoid hitting a slow backmarker. Rejoining in fifth place, Hill set seve ...ting Grand Prix, it would not be permitted to be added to the schedule for safety reasons. Even in 1929, 'La Vie Automobile' magazine offered the opinion tha

...four times between 1938 and 1958. Another notable venue in the 1950s was a road circuit at [[Albert Park and Lake|Albert Park]] in [[Melbourne]], on two oc ...ook his first Australian win in an accident-marred race that featured four safety car periods.

...to the wheels. Also, mechanical brakes need to be fitted to the wheels for safety reasons. ....7 kW) when running 60 mph (95 km/h) on level roads ( one term for this is Road-Horsepower ). It is very inefficient to run a large spark-ignition (''i.e.'

...tant contact lenses that enabled them to open their eyes as they fell. For safety, they only shot for thirty seconds at a time. ...ms, retired after ''Casino Royale''. [[Dennis Gassner]], who worked on ''[[Road to Perdition]]'' (2002) and ''[[The Golden Compass (film)|The Golden Compas

...leted in 2020) so it's hoped that things will get better. Unless there are road works, there are only seldom traffic jams on Czech highways, with the excep ...more dangerous than it really is. If you observe basic rules of sanity and safety (ie. don't provoke drunken people; don't wear your purse in back pocket of

...own', or city center, is the first district. It is encircled by the 'Ring' road, which is also the location of many famous old buildings. Districts 2-9 are gathered within the Gürtel ('belt') Road; there, you can find the Prater (amusement) park, the hip quarters of the s