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syfi 08-31-2014 08:43 AM

Michelin's "OPT" - Optimal Rear Camber
 
In the search for the optimal rear camber, Michelin has registered a patent for it's "Optimum Contact Patch" (OPT).

In a nutshell, OPT is a mechanical suspension device permitting camber - or in other words, a type of suspension system that puts the tyre in the best contact with the ground. This contact is lost when a normal car leans over in a corner, but OPT uses a complex linkage that keeps the wheel upright even when the car is tilted in a corner.

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onehundred80 08-31-2014 08:58 AM

Re: Michelin's "OPT" - Optimal Rear Camber
 
Did not mention anything about this being available in two weeks.:p

Speedy4x4 08-31-2014 09:52 AM

Re: Michelin's "OPT" - Optimal Rear Camber
 

Originally Posted by onehundred80 (Post 810173)
Did not mention anything about this being available in two weeks.:p

Just like the flying cars that will be available in 2 weeks?

syfi 08-31-2014 11:24 AM

Re: Michelin's "OPT" - Optimal Rear Camber
 

Originally Posted by Speedy4x4 (Post 810180)
Just like the flying cars that will be available in 2 weeks?

No need to wait. It's already here...for a price!

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