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Antilock braking system (ABS)

A braking system that when pressed hard (like in a panic stop or accident) the ABS pumps the brakes up to 30 times/sec. This occurs in an alternating pattern, left front/right rear and right front/left rear. This system helps the driver maintain control and stop the car in a straight line rather than spinning out of control.