What does ESC refer to?

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DiIsaac
07/29/25 2:45am
ESC in cars refers to the Electronic Stability Control system, and its switch is located on the vehicle's center console. 1. Its functions include: Monitoring the vehicle's driving state, and preventing the vehicle from deviating from the ideal trajectory when emergency obstacle avoidance or insufficient/over steering occurs during turns. 2. The working principle of the vehicle stability system is: Judging the driving state based on sensor signals, and through calculations by the well-controlled control unit, individually controlling each wheel when rotation, understeer, or oversteer occurs to improve vehicle stability. 3. The buttons inside the car and their functions are divided into: (1) Fuel tank opening button: Remotely opens the fuel tank cap from inside the car; (2) Reverse radar button: Turns the vehicle's reverse radar system on or off; (3) Central lock button: Controls the central door locking system of the vehicle.
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DeBlakely
08/12/25 12:57pm
ESC stands for Electronic Stability Control. I find it particularly useful when driving my car on highways during turns or on slippery roads. This system automatically adjusts braking force to prevent the car from skidding or losing control, acting like an invisible security guard constantly monitoring the vehicle's dynamics. In simple terms, its working principle involves sensors checking wheel speed and steering wheel input. Once the car starts to drift, it intervenes by controlling the brakes on individual wheels to stabilize the direction. This technology originated from innovations in the 1990s and is now standard on most new cars. If you're driving an older vehicle, it might not have ESC, so it's advisable to consciously check for the ESC feature when purchasing a car. This is because it can significantly reduce the risk of accidents, especially for those who frequently travel long distances or for family use. I've tested it several times in rainy conditions, and the car remains exceptionally stable during turns, greatly enhancing safety.
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Jackie
10/02/25 4:44am
I'm an automotive technology enthusiast. ESC stands for Electronic Stability Control, which relies on the vehicle's onboard computer and sensors to monitor the car's motion. When the vehicle is at risk of skidding during sharp turns or sudden braking, the system automatically applies brakes to specific wheels to correct the trajectory, preventing rollovers or loss of control. This feature evolved from the earlier ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with added intelligent intervention capabilities. Nowadays, most modern vehicles are equipped with ESC as it significantly enhances driving safety, with research data showing it can reduce accident rates by over 30%. In practical applications, it helps maintain better vehicle balance on slippery, snowy, or uneven road surfaces. Understanding how ESC works allows drivers to trust their vehicle's responses in emergencies without worrying about over-reliance that might neglect fundamental driving skills.
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