Another distinguishing feature is the speed-sensitive power steering with rack-and-pinion steering gear: the power assistance is implemented electrohydraulically rather than just hydraulically.

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The standard equipment furthermore includes electric windows and electrically adjustable door mirrors, a leather steering wheel, leather gear knob, the entry line radio, power steering, 9-spoke alloy wheels and a luggage compartment cover.

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At least in V6-equipped Altimas there is the option to use the paddles on the steering wheel to simulate gear changes.

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This gearbox includes a sport mode for slightly more aggressive shift points, along with a manual shift mode, which in the Supercharged version can be engaged via either the gear selector or steering wheel-mounted paddles.

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These video games feature ship wheels for steering, various buttons and a gear shift for speed.

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Braking, gear-shifting and steering commands in the lead truck would be beamed via a wireless connection called an electronic tow-bar to the trailing vehicles.

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They also do a good job of replicating the sitdown feeling of driving, complete with the working gear shift, pedals and steering wheel.

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You may wish the manual tranny had a sixth gear or that there were steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters for the six-speed, dual-clutch automatic.

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The case turned on two latent prints one found on the getaway car's steering wheel and the other on its gear lever that were said to link him to the crime.

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