What does DSC mean?

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SanKaylee
07/29/25 9:39pm
DSC refers to the Dynamic Stability Control system, whose functions are: 1. Optimizing driving stability during starting or acceleration; 2. Improving traction characteristics; 3. Identifying unstable driving conditions, such as understeer or oversteer, to help the vehicle maintain a safe driving direction. The working principle of DSC is: sensor technology is responsible for monitoring wheel speed, lateral acceleration, and yaw rate. This data is processed to obtain information about the vehicle's current movement state, and these data are compared with the data provided by the accelerator pedal and steering wheel angle about how the vehicle should currently move. If the two sets of data do not match, indicating that the vehicle's stability is threatened, DSC will activate and influence the braking system and engine management unit.
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