roadability

noun

road·abil·i·ty ˌrō-də-ˈbi-lə-tē

: the qualities (such as steadiness and balance) desirable in an automobile on the road

Examples of roadability in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Our goal is to bring the performance of the engine up to the potential of the suspension and four-wheel drive and, at the same time, to optimize the handling and roadability on pavement without compromising its performance in mud and snow. —

David E. Davis Jr., Car and Driver, 15 Feb. 2023 The off-roadability styling is subtle, without big wheelhouse moldings or aggressive tire treads. —

Mark Maynard, sandiegouniontribune.com, 13 Oct. 2017

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