How to Perform Emergency Braking in a Car with ABS System?
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When performing emergency braking in a car equipped with an ABS system, you need to firmly press the brake pedal. More details are as follows: 1. Even under heavy braking, the wheels will not lock up. Instead, the wheel speed sensors collect data to control the ABS pump's oil pressure, rapidly adjusting the force applied by the brake calipers. This results in dashed tire marks or no marks at all on the road surface. Even during emergency braking, the vehicle's direction remains unaffected. 2. Whether the car is equipped with ABS or not, emergency braking should only be used in dangerous situations. It also causes significant wear to both the vehicle and tires, especially when the braking performance differs between the left and right sides, which could potentially lead to accidents.
When driving a car with ABS and performing emergency braking, my experience is to immediately press the brake pedal firmly and hold it down without releasing. The ABS automatically prevents wheel lock-up, allowing me to maintain steering control and avoid danger. Unlike older cars that required pumping the brakes, ABS rapidly adjusts braking force, enabling quicker and more stable stops. I recall a heavy rainstorm where I almost rear-ended another vehicle—the moment I slammed on the brakes, the ABS engaged, causing a slight vibration in the pedal. The car decelerated without skidding, allowing me to successfully avoid the collision. The wrong approach is hesitating or lifting your foot, which extends stopping distance. The correct method is to trust the system and keep the pedal firmly pressed until the car comes to a complete stop. I recommend practicing a few times in a safe, open area to familiarize yourself with the sensation, and ensure regular tire and brake maintenance to optimize ABS performance.
