What does quattro mean?
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Quattro, meaning permanent four-wheel drive, is a registered trademark of Audi's four-wheel-drive technology under the Volkswagen Group. Here is an introduction to Quattro: 1. Quattro stands for a full-time four-wheel-drive system, which maintains a four-wheel-drive state under all conditions. During turns, the Torsen differential allows a certain speed difference between the front and rear axles, avoiding the interference phenomenon common in traditional four-wheel-drive systems. The core of Quattro's full-time four-wheel drive is the Torsen central differential, which adjusts the power distribution between the front and rear axles faster than any electronic control technology. 2. How Quattro works: When external conditions cause speed differences between the front and rear axles, the Torsen differential automatically and efficiently transfers most of the power to the axle with better traction, optimizing and distributing power to all four wheels. Due to the balanced distribution of axle load, drivers can achieve better steering precision and flexibility without the need for torque steering assistance. 3. Four brakes ensure braking effectiveness, while four driven wheels provide acceleration and higher cornering stability. Audi's Quattro full-time four-wheel drive is a systematic application of these fundamental physical principles. 4. Quattro technology continuously distributes driving force between the front and rear axles based on driving conditions and road surfaces, especially on slippery roads, ensuring superior traction and safe driving even when two driven wheels lose grip.
