Difference between oversteering and understeering

Difference between oversteering and understeering: 

Oversteering and understeering are two terms used to describe the behavior of a vehicle when turning, and they refer to the direction in which the vehicle's front tires are pointing relative to its intended path of travel.

Understeer occurs when the front tires of a vehicle lose grip, and the car doesn't turn as much as the driver intended. This is also known as "pushing" in racing terminology, and it's a common occurrence in front-wheel-drive cars. In understeer situations, the car tends to go straight, and the driver needs to reduce the speed or straighten the steering wheel to avoid leaving the road.

Oversteer occurs when the rear tires of a vehicle lose grip, and the back end of the car starts to slide out. This is also known as "fishtailing" or "loose," and it's more common in rear-wheel-drive cars. In oversteer situations, the car tends to spin out, and the driver needs to counter steer to bring the car back under control.

In general, understeer is considered safer because the car tends to go straight, while oversteer is more difficult to control and can lead to a spin. However, both oversteer and understeer can be managed through proper driving technique and the use of appropriate vehicle settings. 

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