What factors determine the maximum lateral acceleration a vehicle can achieve?

Maximum lateral acceleration depends on tire grip coefficient (typically 0.9-1.2g for performance tires), tire load sensitivity effects under weight transfer, suspension geometry maintaining optimal tire contact, aerodynamic downforce at speed, vehicle weight distribution, and driver skill. The theoretical limit is mu*g, but factors like weight transfer, dynamic camber changes, and suspension compliance typically reduce achievable values by 10-20%. Performance vehicles achieve over 1.0g; economy cars typically reach 0.8g.