Lateral Force
Lateral force is the sideways force acting on a tyre perpendicular to the direction of travel, generated during cornering, crosswind driving, or on cambered roads. The tyre's ability to sustain lateral force without losing grip determines the vehicle's cornering limits. Lateral force capacity is influenced by tyre construction, compound, load, and inflation pressure.
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