What does ESC mean on a car?

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ValeriaLynn
07/30/25 5:20am
ESC on a car refers to the Electronic Stability Control system. When the ESC is activated, pressing and holding the ESC button can deactivate the Electronic Stability Control system. The Vehicle Stability Control system is an active safety system developed by Toyota, which significantly enhances vehicle handling safety and driving convenience. In emergency situations such as sharp turns, sudden acceleration, or hard braking, the system can quickly detect and take appropriate braking actions, such as individually controlling each wheel while reducing engine output to maintain vehicle stability. The Electronic Stability Control system is an extension of the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Traction Control System (TCS) functionalities. It incorporates additional sensors like the yaw rate sensor, lateral acceleration sensor, and steering wheel angle sensor during vehicle steering. Through the ECU, it controls the driving and braking forces of the front, rear, left, and right wheels to ensure lateral stability during driving.
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