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Automobile
Of or relating to any vehicle, usually designed to carry passengers, that operates on ordinary roads and typically has four wheels and a gasoline or diesel internal-combustion engine.
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Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
Automotive; Automobile
The maximum allowable loaded vehicle weight. It includes the vehicle and its equipment, fluids, occupants and cargo.
High solar energy-absorbing glass (HSEA)
Automotive; Automobile
Helps keep the vehicle's interior cooler and helps reduce interior window fogging.
HomeLink® universal transceiver
Automotive; Automobile
The HomeLink® System (1) learns the codes for up to three remote-controlled devices through a simple training process. HomeLink can then activate those devices at the push of a button -- all from one ...
Maximum loaded vehicle Weight Rating (MLVWR)
Automotive; Automobile
The maximum weight that can be loaded in and pulled by the truck, as determined by the manufacturer. Derived from the Vehicle Capacity Weight, it includes curb weight, vehicle accessories, vehicle ...
Projector ellipsoid system Halogen headlamps (PES)
Automotive; Automobile
PES headlamps distribute their light with a convex lens. Compared to more conventional reflector type lamps, PES lamps use their light more efficiently and permit their long aerodynamic shape.
Single-needle tailoring
Apparel; Automobile
Using a single needle to stitch clothes (can be with a machine).
Crossmember
Automotive; Automobile
This component of a frame (or subframe), usually placed transversly, connects to and strengthens longitudinal frame rails.
