1. a tendency of a vehicle to turn more sharply than intended, especially when the rear wheels lose traction
Usage: automotive

1. to steer a vehicle so that it turns more sharply than intended
Usage: automotive

Examples

• The sports car experienced oversteer on the wet curve.
• Oversteer can be dangerous for inexperienced drivers.
• The racing driver corrected the oversteer by easing off the throttle.
• He tends to oversteer when taking corners too quickly.
• The mechanic adjusted the suspension to reduce oversteer.
• Learning to control oversteer is essential for rally drivers.