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Land Transportation - Vehicle Undercarriage and Main Structure

Here you will learn some English words related to vehicle undercarriage and main structure such as "chassis", "frame", and "anti-roll bar."

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frame
frame
[noun]

the structure of a building, piece of furniture, vehicle, etc. that supports and shapes it

Ex: The steel frame of the skyscraper was constructed first to ensure its stability. 
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body
body
[noun]

the main exterior structure of a vehicle that includes the doors, roof, and panels

Ex: The car's body was made of lightweight aluminum. 
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bodywork
bodywork
[noun]

the outer body structure of a vehicle, encompassing components like panels, doors, hood, trunk, and roof

Ex: The sports car's bodywork boasts sleek, aerodynamic lines. 
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chassis
chassis
[noun]

the frame of a vehicle that supports the body and other components

Ex: The chassis of the truck was built to handle heavy loads. 
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roof
roof
[noun]

the structure that creates the outer top part of a vehicle, building, etc.

Ex: He placed solar panels on the roof to generate electricity. 
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front end
front end
[noun]

the structural and cosmetic components located at the forward-facing exterior of a vehicle

Ex: The front end of the sports car featured a sleek, aerodynamic design with a prominent grille and piercing LED headlights. 
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rear end
rear end
[noun]

the back portion or tail section of a vehicle

Ex: The rear end of the car was badly damaged in the collision, requiring extensive repairs. 
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axle
axle
[noun]

a central shaft for a rotating wheel or gear, crucial for vehicle movement

Ex: The front axle needed replacement due to wear. 
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roll bar
roll bar
[noun]

a metal bar or structure installed in a vehicle to protect passengers in case of a rollover

Ex: The rally car had a sturdy roll bar installed to enhance driver safety during high-speed races. 
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anti-roll bar

a suspension component that connects the left and right sides of a vehicle's suspension to reduce body roll and enhance stability when cornering

Ex: When a car turns sharply, the anti-roll bar limits the amount the vehicle leans, keeping it more level and stable. 
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anti-intrusion bar

a strong metal bar added to vehicles to protect passengers by stopping things from breaking in during an accident

Ex: The new car model comes with an anti-intrusion bar to increase safety in side collisions. 
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catalytic converter

a device in a vehicle's exhaust system that reduces the emission of harmful pollutants by promoting chemical reactions that convert them into less harmful substances

Ex: The catalytic converter plays a crucial role in reducing harmful emissions from automobiles by converting pollutants into less harmful compounds. 
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gas tank
gas tank
[noun]

the container that holds the fuel for a vehicle

Ex: He filled the gas tank before the long trip. 
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reservoir tank

a storage unit in a vehicle for fluids like coolant, brake fluid, or windshield washer fluid

Ex: The coolant reservoir tank helps regulate engine temperature by expanding and contracting with heat cycles. 
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power train

the system in a vehicle that delivers power from the engine to the wheels

Ex: He upgraded the power train for better performance. 
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engine
engine
[noun]

the part of a vehicle that uses a particular fuel to make the vehicle move

Ex: The mechanic repaired the engine of the car, which had been making strange noises. 
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motor
motor
[noun]

a machine that converts any form of energy into mechanical energy

Ex: The electric motor powered the conveyor belt in the factory. 
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transmission

the system of gears and other parts that transfers power from a vehicle's engine to its wheels

Ex: The mechanic found a problem with the car's transmission. 
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disc brake

a type of brake that uses calipers to squeeze pairs of pads against a disc to create friction

Ex: The car had disc brakes on all four wheels. 
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brake pad
brake pad
[noun]

a component of disc brakes that presses against the rotor to create friction and stop the vehicle

Ex: The brake pads needed replacement due to wear. 
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wheel
wheel
[noun]

any of the circular objects typically found under vehicles like cars, bicycles, buses, etc., used to make movement possible by turning

Ex: The car's wheels were spinning fast as it accelerated. 
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tire
tire
[noun]

a thick rubber ring fitted around the wheel of a vehicle, often containing air

Ex: Michael changed the flat tire beside the highway. 
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rim
rim
[noun]

the outer edge of a wheel that holds the tire

Ex: She cleaned the rims to remove dirt and brake dust. 
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tread
tread
[noun]

the part of a tire that comes into contact with the road, featuring patterns for grip

Ex: She checked the tread depth before the road trip. 
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radial tire

a type of tire construction where the cords run at right angles to the direction of travel

Ex: She preferred radial tires for their durability. 
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