Whole libraries have been written about steering geometry, I will be brief.
Bumpsteer is eliminated by having the outer tie-rod ends move in an arc that
closely corresponds to their movement along the pillars.
The steering arms correctly observe the Ackerman principles
of steering ensuring that all 3 wheels describe a circle about a
common point when cornering.
The centre-line of the kingpins intersects the tyre contact patch for braking stability.
Camber angle is zero as is Toe-in, minimising tyre scrub and rolling resistance.
Castor angle is close to zero, just enough to ensure camber of the outside wheel remains
close to zero on turns, further castor action is provided by mounting the stubaxle to the
pillar behind its centreline.
In practice the steering is very light, responsive, neutral and not affected by bumps.
It has been in use for a number of years now and appears to be bulletproof.
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