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Originally Posted by spuntyb
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Originally Posted by Bayerische Motoren Werke
out of sheer interest - is having a square set up better for grip than having a staggered setup?
if so, why do manufacturers (bmw too) offer staggered from the factory rather than having a square set up?
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Depends on the car, the driver, and track type.
Some prefer staggered over square, but just going from stock staggered to square reduces some understeer, all other components (suspension, camber, etc.) being equal.
https://www.tirebuyer.com/education/...e-wheel-setups
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Also allows for tire rotations and one set price for tire purchases.