Does the Ora Black Cat feel unstable on the highway?
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Ora Black Cat does not feel unstable on the highway. Below are the specific details about the Great Wall Ora Black Cat: Model positioning: Ora Black Cat is positioned as a pure electric crossover vehicle, with dimensions of 3495mm × 1660mm × 1560mm and a wheelbase of 2475mm. In terms of configuration: Ora Black Cat is equipped with numerous active safety features such as ABS anti-lock braking system, real-time reverse imaging, and ACC adaptive cruise control system. In terms of power: It is equipped with a permanent magnet synchronous motor from BorgWarner, with a maximum power of 35 kW and a maximum torque of 125 Nm.
Last month, I drove the Ora Black Cat on the highway twice, and honestly, the car starts to feel unstable once the speed exceeds 100 km/h. The car itself weighs just over 1 ton and has a short wheelbase, so when encountering crosswinds or passing large trucks, I could feel the steering wheel shaking. Once, I drove at 110 km/h on a cross-sea bridge, and the body noticeably swayed, which scared me into slowing down immediately. However, cruising at around 90 km/h is fine for daily use, and its stability is above average among microcars in its class. If you frequently drive on highways, I recommend switching to tires with better grip, adjusting the tire pressure to the standard value, and avoiding placing heavy items in the trunk.
As someone who has driven a microcar for three years, I think the Ora Black Cat's highway performance is worthy of its price. The lightweight body naturally doesn't offer the stability of a B-segment car, but it's much better than a senior mobility scooter. I've tried driving fully loaded with four people at 120 km/h, and you can feel the steering getting light, but it's not the kind of loss of control. Key points to note: don't exceed 80 km/h in the rain, hold the steering wheel firmly on windy days, and make lane changes gently. The battery in the chassis lowers the center of gravity, resulting in less body roll in corners compared to fuel-powered microcars. If you frequently commute on highways, you should consider the car's physical limits when choosing a vehicle.
