Much to the brand's credit, Chrysler has done a better job at canceling-out torque-steer in its 300M Special than many other manufacturers have done with their high-output
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| While the wide 245/45ZR18 Michelin Pilot performance tires aid and abet awe-inspiring handling, they also plague the car with considerably road noise. (Photo: Rob Rothwell, Canadian Auto Press) |
FWD offerings. Very little torque-steer gathers in straight-line acceleration. Noticeable, though, is a tendency for the wide 245/45ZR18 Michelin Pilots to follow ruts and groves in an uneven road surface. These tires deliver outstanding road adhesion, but also plague the car with more road noise than a premium set of summer or all-season tires would. Not only does the extraordinary road adhesion of the Michelin's aid and abet awe-inspiring handling, they apply the same grip when hauling the Special to a
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| Slam on the Special's hefty brakes at any speed, and you'll find yourself coming to a very abrupt stop. (Photo: Rob Rothwell, Canadian Auto Press) |
rapid cessation of movement. Big sedans aren't supposed to stop this sure-footedly and fast. With the intervention of its antilock system, the 4-wheel disc brakes on the 300M are very effective. Throw the anchor out at any speed and the Special can suck the eyeballs from their sockets. Repeated braking failed to generate any appreciable brake fade either. Working in partnership with the antilock brakes is Chrysler's traction control system, which impedes wheel spin, and according to Chrysler, portions out brake force to each wheel when turning corners. Considering the high torque yield of the Special's V6, this system is welcome indeed.
