Car & Automotive Terms Glossary
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ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Definition: A safety system that prevents the wheels from locking up during braking, maintaining traction with the road surface.
Examples: Modern motorcycles like the KTM Duke 390 and cars like the Honda Civic are equipped with ABS to enhance braking safety.
Brakes
Definition: Mechanisms that slow down or stop the vehicle by applying friction to the wheels.
Examples: Disc brakes on the front wheel and drum brakes on the rear wheel of a motorcycle.
Disc Brake
Definition: A braking system that uses calipers to squeeze brake pads against a disc or rotor to slow down or stop the vehicle.
Examples: Front and rear disc brakes on a sport motorcycle for enhanced stopping power.
Drum Brake
Definition: A braking system where brake shoes press against the inner surface of a rotating drum to create friction and slow the vehicle.
Examples: Rear drum brakes commonly found on commuter motorcycles
