What is the function of the Vehicle Stability Control System?

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ArthurLee
07/29/25 12:36pm
The function of the Vehicle Stability Control System is: when understeer causes the vehicle to slide outward, or when oversteer causes the vehicle to cross the centerline of the road, or even when spinning in place, the system uses computer control to adjust the engine's power output and modify the braking force on one or two wheels, generating corresponding rotational torque to eliminate understeer or oversteer, thereby improving driving dynamic stability. 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 vehicle can quickly sense and take appropriate braking measures, such as individually controlling each tire while reducing engine output to maintain vehicle stability.
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