Wheel hop meaning

Wheel hop definition

A hopping action of the rear wheels during heavy acceleration . Traction is lost and regained in rapid cycles after power is applied to the rear wheels. It indicates a need for different tires, better shock absorbers , better springs, better axle control, different driving technique, or all of the above.

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