Dictionary of Automotive Terms Abbreviations

DICTIONARY OF AUTOMOTIVE TERMS - "Ty"

Type A motorhome: A large, most luxurious motorized recreational vehicle. It is constructed on a bare, specially designed motor vehicle chassis. It is the most spacious and includes most luxuries basement storage, washer & dryer, satellite dishes, VCRs, back-up cameras, hydraulic levelling, security systems, and even hot tubs. Also called Class A RV

Type approval certificate: A British certificate issued by the Department of Transport denoting that a particular vehicle type meets official requirements

Type B motorhome: Also called a van camper, it is a customized cargo van which includes temporary sleeping, eating, and bathroom facilities. It is the most economical, versatile, and maneuverable of the motorized recreational vehicles. It is narrower than other RVs because it uses the space within the existing van body. However, most are equipped with a raised roof and sometimes a dropped floor to provide full stand-up room. Also called Class B RV

Type C motorhome: Also called a mini-motorhome, is built on the frame and front cab section of a manufacturer's van. A sleeping bunk is mounted above the cab as well as one in the back. It features full sleeping, kitchen, dining, and bathroom facilities. Also called Class C RV

Type designation: A spark plug designation indicating seat and thread type, version, heat range code number, reach, spark position, and electrode material

Type symbol: A spark plug designation indicating seat and thread type, version, heat range code number, reach, spark position, and electrode material

Tyre: A British term for Tire. The British smile when they see a sign saying Goodyear tires which implies lethargy in Goodyear.

TyreX: A trade name for a form of rayon produced exclusively for tire cords.