An ABS is a vehicle safety feature designed to prevent wheel lockup during braking. By rapidly modulating brake pressure, an ABS allows the driver to maintain steering control and avoid skidding. Such systems use sensors to monitor wheel speed and a control unit to adjust braking force as needed.
Anti-lock braking systems (ABS) helps prevent wheel lockup during braking, which improves control and reduces the risk of accidents, supporting fleet managers in maintaining high safety standards.
An ABS comprises three main components: a hydraulic unit, an electronic control unit, and wheel-speed sensors. The sensors continuously monitor the speed of each wheel and send this information to the control unit. When the control unit detects that brake pressure is being applied, it adjusts the hydraulic unit to regulate braking force.
If the system detects that a wheel is at risk of locking up, it momentarily releases brake pressure and then re-applies it, maintaining wheel movement and preventing skidding. This modulation helps maintain steering control and stability, allowing the driver to steer more effectively during emergency braking situations.
ABS are essential for fleet safety, playing a key part in preventing costly accidents. In a word, they help reduce the risk of skidding and wheel lock-up during emergency braking, which is particularly valuable for fleet vehicles navigating challenging road conditions, like icy roads.
By improving vehicle control in this way, an ABS minimises potential damage to both vehicles and cargo, leading to lower maintenance costs and increased overall fleet efficiency. As such, ABS not only boosts driver safety but also supports reliable fleet operations in general.
At MICHELIN Connected Fleet, we understand the importance of integrating ABS into your fleet. It’s for this reason why our fleet management solutions ensure that this critical safety feature is effectively incorporated into your vehicles.
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