Saturday 19 February 2011

.:: Definition ::.

     Electronic stability control (ESC) is a computerized technology that improves safety of a vehicle's stability by detecting and minimizing skids. When ESC detects  malfunctions of steering control,  it will automatically applies the brakes that will help to "steer" the vehicle where the driver intends to go. Braking is automatically applied to wheels individually, such as the outer front wheel to counter oversteer or the inner rear wheel to counter understeer. 


     Some ESC systems reduce engine power until control is regained. ESC can`t improve a vehicle`s cornering performance; instead, it helps to minimize the loss of control. According to IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety) and NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), one-third of fatal accidents could have been prevented by the technology.

With ECS and Without ESC
 http://blog.carlist.my/2010/06/reviews/modern-car-features…this-week’s-topic-–-‘electronic-stability-system’/

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