stability control
[/stəˈbɪləti kənˈtroʊl/]
nounpl: stability controls
controle de estabilidade
1. An electronic system in vehicles that detects and reduces loss of traction, helping the driver maintain control during emergency maneuvers or slippery conditions
The car's stability control activated when I hit the wet patch on the highway.
O controle de estabilidade do carro foi acionado quando passei pela área molhada na rodovia.
2. A safety feature that automatically adjusts engine power and applies brakes to individual wheels to prevent skidding or oversteering
Modern vehicles are equipped with advanced stability control systems.
Veículos modernos são equipados com sistemas avançados de controle de estabilidade.
This is a modern automotive safety technology term widely recognized in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it's commonly found in vehicle manuals and dealer descriptions as 'controle de estabilidade' or the abbreviation 'CEE'. In the USA, it's often referred to by its acronym 'ESC' (Electronic Stability Control). This feature became mandatory on new cars in both countries due to safety regulations.
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