What are the basic settings of ESP?
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ESP basic settings refer to the intervention and adjustment of engine power output through the linkage between the electronic control unit and the engine management system. ESP determines the vehicle's driving conditions based on sensor data, intervenes in the engine's power, and applies individual or multiple wheel braking to maintain driving stability and directional controllability. The function of the ESP system is to monitor the vehicle's driving state, preventing the vehicle from deviating from the ideal trajectory during emergency obstacle avoidance or when understeer or oversteer occurs during turns. It integrates three systems: the anti-lock braking system, brake assist system, and acceleration slip regulation system, making its functionality more comprehensive.
After driving for so many years, I particularly value the safety assists in my car. ESP stands for Electronic Stability Program. It's enabled by default as soon as the engine starts, with no need to configure any complicated settings. The system monitors wheel speed, steering angle, and vehicle direction, automatically intervening when the car is about to skid—such as during sharp turns or on slippery roads, it instantly brakes specific wheels to maintain vehicle stability. Personally, I've relied on it multiple times to avoid accidents while driving on highways in rainy conditions—it's truly remarkable. Actually, ESP works in conjunction with systems like ABS and TCS to collectively ensure handling safety. Although some cars have a button to manually turn off ESP, supposedly for drifting or off-roading, beginners are advised not to tamper with it and to keep it enabled for reliability. Nowadays, most China VI-compliant vehicles come with ESP as standard, making it hassle-free and enhancing the overall driving experience.
