The anti-lock braking system (ABS) prevents the wheels from locking up during braking. Even under strong braking, the car remains steerable and controllable. This can help the driver avoid an obstacle without having to release the brakes first. When ABS is activated, the driver will notice a slight pulsation of the brake pedal. The anti-lock brake system is optimised with electronic brake-force distribution (EBD). However, when driving on certain surfaces like gravel or snow on a hard road surface, ABS may result in longer stopping distances.
Electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) and the anti-lock braking system (ABS), constitute one unit in as much as they share a number of the same parts. EBD ensures maximum braking performance at the front and rear wheels and under normal conditions it prevents the rear-end from braking away because of over-braking.
By using full brake power as quickly as possible, the Brake Assist (EBA) system reduces stopping distances. Brake assistant helps in an emergency braking situation when the driver can’t push the brake pedal hard enough. A sensor recognizes the attempt at full braking and transmits the signal calling for full brake pressure from the hydraulic booster. The advantage is clear to reduce significantly the braking distance.
