The science behind the new VW Golf GTI is so amazing

It is one smart cookie.

The first hot hatch was the inspiration for the current model. Donut Media, unlike the first-generation analog vehicles that exuded simplicity and elegance, showcases the technology that makes the new flagship GTI so amazing in the latest episode Bumper To Bumper.

The car’s front differential is the key. The front-wheel drive torque steer is eliminated by the clever front differential. We won’t go into detail. The reason the front axles have different lengths is to fit all the FWD components. This causes an imbalance in power to the front wheels which can lead to pulling at your steering wheel.

The differential isn’t a binary accessory, despite James May’s rant. To optimize performance, it can adjust how the diff is locked or opened (yes, torque vectoring). VW achieves this feat with a computer that can lock, open, lock and unlock the diff in less than three-tenths seconds. This allows for better cornering and eliminates torque steer.

Although automotive purists may be frightened by the thought of a DSG gearbox in their cars, it is not difficult for a mechanical engineer or mechanic to say that it is faster than three pedals. Although it’s not a revolutionary technology, the automatic GTI will beat any manual in a drag race. The DSG can change gears in 8 milliseconds, so even if you think that you can bang through the gears like an elite Group B rally driver, no one can match the DSG’s speed.

The latest vehicle can adjust its damper settings on each of the four wheels independently to adapt to the road surface, in addition to gear changes and torque steer decrease. Although it’s not the most innovative in automotive technology, it’s still quite impressive to see on a VW GTI. It’s refreshing to see that Volkswagen has kept its core values of what a car should be, despite being loaded with technology.