A BRAKING system that’s at the heart of Europe’s road safety strategy does
not cut the number of road accidents, according to research that will shock many
drivers.
Instead of making road trips safer, the anti-lock braking system (ABS) is
encouraging drivers to cut down on safety margins and push their cars’ stopping
ability to the limit.
Most new cars are fitted with ABS. It prevents cars from skidding during
braking on slippery roads, stopping them in a shorter distance. It does this by
pumping the brakes on and off very quickly, allowing drivers to continue
steering effectively while braking.…
