Can a sedan be pushed by one person?
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Whether a sedan can be pushed by one person depends on the weight of the car. The reason why a person cannot push a sedan is due to the static friction between the road surface and the car. This static friction balances the pushing force, and the car remains stationary until the pushing force exceeds the static friction. The combined force of several people can exceed this static friction. The heavier the car body, the better the stability at high speeds. Factors affecting the stability of a car at high speeds include: 1. Vehicle tires: Tires are the only components in contact with the ground. Generally, wider and flatter tires provide better stability at high speeds. 2. Vehicle shape: The shape of the vehicle also affects its stability at high speeds. Vehicles that are more aerodynamic tend to be more stable at high speeds. 3. Drive system: Most vehicle drive systems include front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, and four-wheel drive. Four-wheel drive vehicles are more stable than front- or rear-wheel drive vehicles. 4. Suspension system: Generally, vehicles with independent suspension systems are more stable than those with non-independent suspension systems. Independent suspension systems include MacPherson strut independent suspension and multi-link independent suspension, among others.