So is ABS really effective?

[Pray To Jesus]

I have never instinctively nailed my brake pedal to the floor.

But then again I am not a moron.

Only a moron would believe he is not a moron.

 

[Scarpozzi]

In the last decade a lot of cars have increased traction control sensors too. Basically, when engaged, it helps minimize spinning when applying power to your tires. This helps, but won't fix getting stuck in snow and ice.

You should always maintain decent tire tread on your vehicle. Investing in good tires is about the most important thing you can do for your safety in a vehicle. Be sure to read about tire tread life and pick a tire with adequate grip and longevity. TireRack.com and DiscountTire.com both have good reviews and tire ratings that you typically don't find in tire stores.

 

[Rubycon]

Five minute ABS is the best fit for me. :awe:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqxxtxXWMsM

 

[_Rick_]

Five minute ABS is the best fit for me. :awe:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqxxtxXWMsM

And here I was expecting a romantic video about hard moulding plastics.
Instead, I get to hear the most obnoxious English female voice with ridiculous mannerisms on the Internet. That lady made me feel an aggression towards her, even before the one-minute mark.

I expected better of you Rubycon. Well played.

 

[slayernine]

ABS is very good for people who don't understand threshold braking and have a tendancy to just slam down on the peddle and cover their eyes. It can allow you to brake and steer at the same time or just brake without losing directional control.

The hard truth is that some people just shouldn't be allowed to drive. It really scares me how long it takes some drivers to react. On a controlled course, measure the time from seeing an obstacle to the reaction. I wish they would make that part of the driving test.

 

[_Rick_]

ABS is very good for people who don't understand threshold braking and have a tendancy to just slam down on the peddle and cover their eyes. It can allow you to brake and steer at the same time or just brake without losing directional control.

It's also really nice, if you brake, then get a patch of water/ice/snow under one side of the car only, and together with ESP it prevents you from wiping out completely. Pure ABS helps a little less in that situation. It does help, when you get unexpected surface grip changes symmetrically though. Especially if the rears are on a slippier surface than the front, and suddenly lock, imparting an increased tendency to just flip the car into a spin.

ABS is awesome, if you want to find out where the threshold of the surface lies, unless it is a loose surface.

 

[slayernine]

Five minute ABS is the best fit for me. :awe:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqxxtxXWMsM

Now if there was a way to burn calories every time you brake, I need that system.

 

[JulesMaximus]

I dont mind the lack of abs on my car. I see it as a perk. ABS is for people too retarded to resist slamming on the brakes when they might be in an accident. Not having abs probably saved my life

A guy made a left turn onto a side street from the opposite side of the road directly into me. I was going 30mph as i entered the intersection and the dumbass turned left infront of me suddenly at 50mph into the college dorms cause he was so cool he didnt need to signal or be in the left turn lane or slow down.

So i had a split second to swerve and avoid him. Otherwise i would have t-boned him in the front fender at around 50-60combined for both of our vectors.

So i swerve in the rain, no abs, jam the breaks and turn, wheels squeal but dont lock. Car goes where i pointed it. I had only the diagonal distance of the intersection to stop in the rain on so-so tires. From 30 i got it down to around 15mph by the time i hit the curb, the front axel broke but the rear wheels stopped me from taking out a street light. Abs wouldve probably knocked out my braking power when the axle snapped. $5k on damage but no one was hurt is whats best. Better than breaking something in a head on.

Good luck finding a car these days without ABS.

Even my motorcycle has ABS.

 

[TwiceOver]

I've never had a problem with ABS. My previous car didn't have ABS, my new one does. I prefer ABS now. It takes some getting used to, but is far better for me.

 

[slayernine]

This show has taught me why ABS exists...

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0453328/

A large percentage of drivers have no idea how to brake, avoid sudden obstacles, reverse etc.. People stare at what they are about to hit, point there vehicle in the wrong direction and slam on the brakes which consistantly keeps them on a colission course.