Car Definitions

What does Tiptronic Gears mean?

A tiptronic transmission is an automatic gearbox with the ability to change gears manually. It is particularly useful when climbing steep hills or when overtaking on the highway.

What does CRASH AUTO DOOR UNLOCK mean?

A safety mechanism that automatically unlocks the doors when the airbags are deployed in an accident.

What does ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control) mean?

Adaptive Cruise Control is a form of cruise control that automatically (without any driver input) brakes and accelerates to match the flow of traffic. Some ACC systems can even come to a complete stop and accelerate from a standstill.

What does AWD (All Wheel Drive) mean?

A drivetrain that utilizes a front, rear and center differential to provide power to all four wheels of a vehicle.

What does Active Understeer Control (AUC) mean?

A driving characteristic usually associated with front-wheel drive cars, wherein the car doesn't turn enough at high speeds.