Does replacing the original steering wheel with a smaller one affect the handling of the vehicle?

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Yes, it significantly affects handling. Physically, a smaller diameter steering wheel reduces leverage, forcing the driver to exert more effort to turn the wheels (making steering harder) and making the vehicle's response faster and more sensitive. Administratively, since it is a modification of the steering system and often involves removing the airbag, it is considered a major modification. Therefore, to ensure compliance with road safety regulations and not compromise driver safety, official homologation and passing the technical inspection (ITV) are mandatory. The other answers are incorrect because physical compatibility does not imply legality or safety.

Does replacing the original steering wheel with a smaller one affect the handling of the vehicle?

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