Force on Car's Tyres: Turning Right - Left or Right?

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When a car turns right, the force acting on the tires is greater on the left-side tires due to the shift in weight and centrifugal force. The center of mass of the car moves to the right, causing the left tires to bear more load. Torque plays a significant role in this dynamic, as it affects how forces are distributed across the tires during the turn. Drawing a free-body diagram can help visualize these forces and clarify the effects of acceleration and turning. Understanding these principles is essential for grasping vehicle dynamics during turns.
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If a car is turning towards right, at which tyres more force will act i.e. left-side tyres or right-side tyres...??
 
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Which do you think?
 
I am not so clear about it...
 
I think it should be right-side but am not able to justify myself with reason...!
 
Assume the center of mass of the car is above where the tires contact the pavement, and that the car is accelerating to the right (it's turning to the right). What is the effect of the torque on the tires?
 
Couldn't understand...
 
Why don't you start by drawing a free-body diagram and show us what you know about all the forces acting on it?

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