lateral acceleration

Lateral acceleration refers to the sideways force experienced by a vehicle when it changes direction, such as during a turn. It results from inertia, the tendency of the vehicle and its occupants to continue moving straight ahead while the vehicle is steering. This force pushes the occupants laterally, feeling like a sideward force pressing into the seat or door. Lateral acceleration is measured in terms of g-force (gravity), with 1 g being the force we experience during normal gravity. Understanding lateral acceleration is important for vehicle safety and stability, especially in high-speed turns or sudden maneuvers.