What is the reason for the clicking sound during Ackermann angle steering?

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The reason for the clicking sound during Ackermann angle steering is cold weather. The Ackermann angle design is primarily intended for high-speed cornering. In colder weather, when the vehicle is first started, most components are in a cold and stiff state. Additionally, if the vehicle is equipped with summer tires, they tend to be harder in winter, which can cause the steering to produce a clicking sound. Generally, this situation disappears after driving about ten kilometers or when the tires warm up. The Ackermann angle refers to the angle formed between the two steering wheels when the vehicle is turning, which is the difference in steering angles between the outer and inner wheels during a turn. Due to the different turning radii of the inner and outer wheels, the inner wheel always needs a slightly larger angle than the outer wheel to ensure smooth turning of the vehicle.