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Thrust Angle

The angle at which the Thrust line and the centerline of the vehicle are formed.

* Thrust line: A line that is perpendicular to the center line of the vehicle and the center line of the rear axle.

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Poor thrust angles can increase tire wear, reduce steering direction, and cause dog tracking.

* Dog tracking: The driving condition when the thrust line is not parallel to the center line of the vehicle

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