What are the basic common professional terms in automobiles?
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There are many basic common professional terms in automobiles, such as curb weight, maximum axle load, number of wheels and driving wheels, etc. The following introduces some professional terms of automobiles: Curb weight (KG): The fully equipped weight of the automobile, including the weight of all devices such as lubricating oil, fuel, on-board tools, spare tire, etc. Maximum axle load (KG): The maximum total mass borne by a single axle of the automobile. It is related to road passability. Number of wheels and driving wheels (n×m): The number of wheels is measured based on the number of hubs, where n represents the total number of wheels of the automobile, and m represents the number of driving wheels.
Having driven for over a decade, I find basic automotive terminology quite essential as they're encountered in daily driving. For instance, horsepower - the unit measuring engine power that directly impacts a car's acceleration performance; torque relates to the thrust during initial acceleration. Then there's the engine and transmission - the engine being the power core while the transmission ensures smooth gear shifting. The braking system includes ABS (anti-lock braking system), whose anti-lock feature proves particularly useful during emergency braking and has saved my life several times; the suspension system makes bumpy roads more bearable. Fuel consumption refers to oil consumption per kilometer, affecting operating costs; displacement size influences both power and tax obligations. Wheelbase (distance between left-right wheels) determines cornering stability; the VIN serves as a vehicle's ID number that must be verified when purchasing. Mastering these terms helps better understand vehicle conditions, enhances driving safety, and prevents being overcharged at repair shops.
