Experimental steering system, called "wrist twist", developed by Ford Lincoln-Mercury Div, eliminates steering wheel in favor of two five-inch plastic rings, one on each side of yoke from tilt steering column; with both of driver's arms supported by arm rests, driving with "wrist twist" system is almost effortless; plastic rings are connected inside cross bar by chains and sprockets, and turn simultaneously; each can control steering of car; backup system and other features.
Ford's new steering system
Automotive Industries
Automotive Industries ; 132 , n 9
1965
2 pages
Aufsatz (Zeitschrift)
Englisch
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