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Yoke Steering Wheel
A steering wheel design derived from aircraft control yokes, featuring a square or rectangular rather than circular outline. Tesla introduced it into mass production on the Model S Plaid, where it drew controversy over difficulty of control at low speeds.
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Oct 16
The yoke steering wheel originates from aviation control sticks, and Tesla has already attempted to introduce it on the Model S Plaid, but because it is difficult to grip during low-speed U-turns and emergency evasive maneuvers, it drew an NHTSA investigation and user criticism.
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