What is the ABS system?

[VonMichael]

ABS stands for Anti-lock Braking System. Its function is to automatically control the braking force during vehicle braking, preventing the wheels from locking up and maintaining a state of rolling and sliding (with a slip ratio of about 20%), ensuring maximum traction between the wheels and the road. The primary role of the ABS system is to prevent wheel lock-up and loss of steering control, rather than to reduce braking distance. Therefore, whenever there is a tendency for the wheels to lock up, the ABS will intervene. Without the assistance of the ABS system, if the wheels lock up during braking, the rolling friction between the wheels and the road turns into sliding friction, making it impossible to steer the direction of the wheels, which can lead to accidents.

[DiOmar]

ABS refers to the Anti-lock Braking System. As an ordinary person who drives frequently, I can tell you that this thing is particularly useful when braking. Its main function is to prevent the wheels from locking up and stopping rotation during sudden braking, avoiding skidding and loss of control. The system has sensors that monitor the speed of each wheel. If the vehicle is slowing down too quickly or about to stop, it automatically modulates the braking pressure by pulsing the brakes, allowing you to steer and avoid obstacles. Especially on rainy days or icy roads, ABS significantly shortens the braking distance and helps you maintain vehicle control. Nowadays, most cars come standard with this feature as a basic safety configuration. I recommend everyone check if the car has ABS when purchasing and pay attention while driving to reduce accident risks. Don’t think it can replace safe driving, but it’s definitely a great assistant to help you handle emergencies.

[DiDelaney]

I've been driving for many years and am quite familiar with the name ABS, which stands for Anti-lock Braking System. Its core purpose is to prevent the wheels from locking up when you slam on the brakes, avoiding skidding and loss of control. The system uses electronic sensors to monitor changes in wheel speed. Once it detects that a wheel is about to stop, it quickly adjusts the brake pressure to allow the wheel to rotate intermittently. This keeps the steering effective, enabling you to avoid collisions. I've used it multiple times, and it once saved my life on the highway. It shortens braking distances on slippery roads and reduces the likelihood of rear-end collisions. When buying a car, I always prioritize models with ABS because it's affordable yet highly practical. Maintenance is simple; generally, there are no major issues—just clean the sensors if they get dirty. In short, it's a low-key but highly efficient feature.

[DeRafael]

The full name of ABS is Anti-lock Braking System. Let me briefly explain it. It was introduced into vehicles in the 1970s to improve braking performance. The system prevents wheel lock-up during operation by using electronic sensors to rapidly adjust brake pressure. The benefit is that it allows you to steer during emergency braking, avoiding skidding. Nowadays, ABS is standard on most new cars, and its widespread adoption has significantly reduced accident rates.

[AlexandraRose]

ABS stands for Anti-lock Braking System. As a novice driver, I've learned some basics about it. It prevents the wheels from completely locking up during hard braking to avoid losing control and skidding. Sensors monitor wheel speed - if a wheel is about to stop rotating, the system rapidly pulses the brakes to maintain steering capability. Some people mistakenly think ABS causes brake failure; actually, it's more effective on wet or snowy roads. I recommend checking the ABS warning light during routine vehicle inspections to ensure it's not obscured by dust. Having ABS makes driving much safer.