electronic stability control

Anti-skid car system

Electronic stability control is a computerized system in vehicles that detects loss of traction and automatically applies brakes to individual wheels to help drivers maintain control.

The system activates during skids, sharp turns, or slippery conditions: The electronic stability control kicked in when I hit the ice patch.

Often abbreviated ESC or ESP (electronic stability program).

Related
  • tireLose strength or energy
  • brakeDevice to slow motion
  • turnRotational movement
  • steeringControlling direction of movement
  • slipMinor error or misstep

wet pavement · anti-lock brakes · spin · split second · wheel · grip · axle · slide · skid · black ice · icy roads · drift · swerve · collision avoidance · ESP · safety feature · braking systems · stop

Opposites
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Inability to direct outcomes

spinout · oversteer · fishtailing · understeer · hydroplaning

technological sophistication in vehicle control

electronic stability controldrum brakes

Stopping system using internal shoes

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Top 500,000
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Used worldwide · Timeless · Rated G