One of the biggest challenges with front-wheel-drive (FWD) cars is traction. To combat this, additional weight is often added to the front of the vehicle, shifting the weight bias heavily onto the front tires in an effort to maximize grip during acceleration. While this can improve launch performance, it can also leave the rear of the car light and unstable.
That instability becomes even more noticeable at the end of a pass, when heavy deceleration transfers the majority of the vehicle’s weight forward. With less load on the rear tires, the car can become unsettled and unpredictable at high speeds.
