power steering
noun
: an automotive steering system with engine power used to amplify the torque applied at the steering wheel by the driver
Examples of power steering in a Sentence
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But, Formula 1 cars are about 40 pounds lighter with engines that produce 250-300 more horsepower and have power steering.
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David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 3 May 2024
An assembly issue with the worn gear in the steering wheel system could result in a sudden loss of power steering assist.
—USA TODAY, 23 Feb. 2024
The vehicle was towed to the dealer and the mechanic stated that the power steering pump needed to be replaced, and that the vehicle was previously repaired.
—Detroit Free Press, 1 Mar. 2024
Recalled vehicles: 2023 Tesla Model S 2023 Tesla Model X
2023 Tesla Model Y
Mazda recall for power steering warning
Mazda is recalling 43,752 of its 2024 CX-90 vehicles.
—USA TODAY, 23 Feb. 2024
A number of Tesla owners have posted complaints to Reddit and other message boards in recent months about power steering loss, often while driving.
—Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 2 Feb. 2024
Some complaints describe the steering suddenly and randomly locking in place; others relate power steering failures that required heavy effort to remain in control of the car.
—Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 1 Aug. 2023
The car steers accurately, but little meaningful sensation gets through the electric assistance of the power steering, and on standard all-season tires the front wheels washed out under even modest levels of provocation.
—Mike Duff, Car and Driver, 25 May 2023
There’s no power steering, no ABS [anti-lock braking].
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 14 Feb. 2024
David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 3 May 2024
An assembly issue with the worn gear in the steering wheel system could result in a sudden loss of power steering assist.
—USA TODAY, 23 Feb. 2024
The vehicle was towed to the dealer and the mechanic stated that the power steering pump needed to be replaced, and that the vehicle was previously repaired.
—Detroit Free Press, 1 Mar. 2024
Recalled vehicles: 2023 Tesla Model S 2023 Tesla Model X
2023 Tesla Model Y
Mazda recall for power steering warning
Mazda is recalling 43,752 of its 2024 CX-90 vehicles.
—USA TODAY, 23 Feb. 2024
A number of Tesla owners have posted complaints to Reddit and other message boards in recent months about power steering loss, often while driving.
—Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 2 Feb. 2024
Some complaints describe the steering suddenly and randomly locking in place; others relate power steering failures that required heavy effort to remain in control of the car.
—Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 1 Aug. 2023
The car steers accurately, but little meaningful sensation gets through the electric assistance of the power steering, and on standard all-season tires the front wheels washed out under even modest levels of provocation.
—Mike Duff, Car and Driver, 25 May 2023
There’s no power steering, no ABS [anti-lock braking].
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 14 Feb. 2024
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“Power steering.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/power%20steering. Accessed 9 May. 2024.
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