# Understeer

> Understeer — motorsport glossary term on TRAACKS.

## Definition

A handling condition where the front tires lose grip before the rear, causing the car to turn less than the driver intends and run wide in a corner. Understeer is generally considered safer than oversteer but costs time through corners.

- **Category**: Vehicle & Setup
- **TRAACKS page**: [https://traacks.club/glossary/understeer](https://traacks.club/glossary/understeer)

## Related Terms

- [Oversteer](https://traacks.club/glossary/oversteer)
- [Setup (Car Setup)](https://traacks.club/glossary/setup)
- [Downforce](https://traacks.club/glossary/downforce)

## Links

- [Full glossary](https://traacks.club/glossary)
- [TRAACKS llms.txt](https://traacks.club/llms.txt)