There are a lot of opaque initialisms associated with cars that can be confusing when you see them on a spec sheet or a badge right on the vehicle. One such example is ABS, which has nothing to do ...

The introduction of ABS - the anti-lock brake system, to give it its full name - was one of the most important developments in new car safety. In simple terms, ABS systems use electronics to detect ...

An anti-lock braking system (ABS) is a safety system that allows the wheels on a motor vehicle to continue interacting with the road surface as directed by driver inputs while braking, thus preventing ...

The automotive industry continues to be a hotbed of innovation, with activity driven by the need to reduce traffic-related deaths, public awareness of transportation safety, increased demand for ...

New cars are confusing. With all the computers, sensors, and gadgets, it may seem like there's some sort of magical witchcraft taking place under the hood. We're here to show you how modern automotive ...

Anti-lock brakes are a godsend for everyday driving, but what happens when you're driving on a snow-covered road this winter? Does ABS actually help you stop any better? Well, it does and it doesn't.

We've preached to you about the need to upgrade brakes when lifting a truck on huge tires, and here's an example where we do as we say. This '02 Ford F-250 Super Duty was in issue #11 of 2008 where we ...

Pumping the brakes was once a solid way to deal with skidding. However, thanks to this modern tech, it's no longer ...

Anti-lock brakes might sound like old tech in cars (and motorcycles to a certain extent), but another two-wheeler has had to deal with brake lockup since its invention – the bicycle. But two different ...

Often forgotten about, this groundbreaking American car helped improve driving safety forever.