How to avoid front wheel spin

[osman]

I have had the Polo GTI for a week now and if I my press the accelerator half way during takeoff I get wheel spin on the front two tyres. Traction control is on and tyres are new.

Any ideas on getting a quick takeoff without wheel spin?

thanks

[alexaescht]

I think it's mostly due to high torque and not much weight over the front wheels (especially when accelerating because the weight is pushed further back)

Interestingly, the Megane does it as well, even though it only has 198nm of torque and it's naturally aspirated.

[Sirocco20348]

What brand tyres did you buy?

[osman]

The stock Dunlops which come with it

[wai]

Ok, don't press the accelerator pedal half way down

I know that sounds like stating the bleeding obvious, but it's true. A mother once told her doctor that the navel of her newborn would weep a little blood every time it cried. The answer from the doctor was "Don't let the baby cry".

If the wheels break traction, then you are not making a "quick take off". The coefficient of sliding friction is a lot less than the coefficient of static friction, so while the wheels are spinning (sliding), there is less force being applied to the road surface that can be used to propel the vehicle forward. Once you are moving, you can apply more accelerator. The force required to actually get the vehicle moving is a lot greater than many realise.

[pologti18t]

Ok, don't press the accelerator pedal half way down

I thought it was obvious.

Though I expect most taxi drivers use that technique....

[osman]

I used to drive a Toyota Camry. I used to absolutely floor it but no wheel spin.

[osman]

How am I supposed to get a quick take off if I only press the accelerator down partly?

[LunchboxVRS]

How am I supposed to get a quick take off if I only press the accelerator down partly?

Practice. You need to get it in motion before you can floor it. Or by wider rims and get better quality tires.

[osman]

ok will take the advice on board. What tyres would you suggest? Currently running the stock Dunlop's


Bridgestone Potenza ? is it an option?