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They can't defy the laws of physics but it has infinitely better control of the individual wheels than just using your throttle. I don't believe he could get up that slope without it myself and he did say he tried every way possible.
Isn't it Bosch that do the ESP in the Clio (they did on the megane)? In which case it could well be the same programe or similar to the one used on that Jag in the vid because its about the same age.
f**k me, I wish I could drive as well as you:rolleyes:
The video clearly shows that esp/abs/tc isn't the hindrance that some people make it out to be in the snow and ice. In fact far from it.
I would take pics and go down in another car and play hell with the manager. I would also be wanting a good bit more than them fixing it.
I would also at least threaten if not seek legal action. they could have killed you and others...
Anyone that thinks they can out perform esp/traction control in snow/ice is talking crap imo.
I remember seeing an episode of 5th gear a few years back when they tested a Jag with and without it on and it was so much better in the twisties and going up an ice hill it was unbelievable tbh.
Are you sure about that?
Does ABS work on ice? Yes. The system's computer monitors the speed of each of the vehicle's wheels, compares them and adjusts brake pressure to each wheel to ensure the car stops in the shortest distance possible for most road surfaces...
Imo with snow it comes down to common sense and experience more than any driving aids.
It's probably why the south ground to more of a halt than the north.
Experience that is;)
No flaming, its just fact that 115-120 in a 1.2 is dreaming in a car with 60bhp.
And I repeat
The car will go as fast as the gearing/limiter will allow and no quicker.