(Posted on Jun 25, 2018 at 01:00AM by Danielle Smyth)
Telescoping steering isn’t as new a feature as some, so you’ve probably heard the term before. Do you know what exactly it is, though? The 2018 INFINITI QX30 offers this great functionality, so it’s good to understand if you’re shopping for one.
The proper driving position is critical, but it is often overlooked. When it comes to automotive safety, cars with telescoping steering wheels—which allow you to adjust them so they're closer to or further from the dashboard—should be right at the top of your list as you shop.
The telescoping wheel has been around for awhile. A patent for this technology was issued in July of 1942 by Bernard Maurer of the Saginaw Steering Gear Division of General Motors (now Nexteer Automotive). 76 years later, it is still in use on the 2018 QX30.
This INFINITI has a number of amazing features like telescoping steering that make it a safe bet. For instance, a front and rear anti-roll bar, part of the vehicle’s suspension, helps stabilize it and keep it from tipping over. In addition, a variety of airbags, including one at knee-level and another that senses occupant size, offer peace of mind, no matter the circumstances.
Stop by INFINITI of Tacoma today and test drive the QX30. Thanks to its wide variety of safety features, you will always feel secure in this great vehicle!
