ESP is a very important safety feature that has helped to reduce the number of accidents and fatalities on the road. It is now standard equipment on all new Audi vehicles.
How does ESP work?
ESP works by using a variety of sensors to monitor the vehicle's movement. These sensors include:
* Wheel speed sensors: These sensors measure the speed of each wheel.
* Steering angle sensor: This sensor measures the angle of the steering wheel.
* Yaw rate sensor: This sensor measures the vehicle's rotation around its vertical axis.
* Lateral acceleration sensor: This sensor measures the vehicle's acceleration from side to side.
ESP uses the data from these sensors to calculate the vehicle's stability. If ESP detects that the vehicle is losing traction, it will automatically apply the brakes to individual wheels and reduce engine power. This helps to bring the vehicle back under control.
ESP can help you in a variety of situations, including:
* Skidding: ESP can help you to regain control of your vehicle if it starts to skid.
* Oversteer: ESP can help to prevent your vehicle from oversteering, which is when the rear wheels lose traction and the vehicle starts to spin.
* Understeer: ESP can help to prevent your vehicle from understeering, which is when the front wheels lose traction and the vehicle starts to plow forward.
ESP is a very valuable safety feature that can help you to avoid accidents and stay safe on the road.
