Some cars have variable-ratio steering, which uses a rack-and-pinion gear set that has a different tooth pitch (number of teeth per inch) in the center than it has on the outside.

有些车的转向系角传动比是可变的，这种转向器采用齿轮齿条式，它在中间而不是外部，有不同的齿密度（每寸齿数）。

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A rack-and-pinion gear set is enclosed in a metal tube, with each end of the rack protruding from the tube.

整个齿轮齿条式转向器装载金属壳内，其齿条从转向器伸出来与转向摇臂连接。

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Resonable Designs: advanced rack and pinion drive in Y axis with larger speed and strength.

设计合理：采用先进的Y轴双齿条传动、速度快、力量大。

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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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It also benefits from excellent rack-and-pinion steering--again, fine-tuned for this car--that's on the lighter side of sporty.

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Yes, it does have an electrically assisted rack-and-pinion steering, and no, the steering isn't the telepathic rudder that the Porsche 911's is, but still, it's pretty awesome.

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