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Folks, although today cars are equipped with VSC/TSC/ABS, generations of drivers managed to drive their RWD cars without all this stuff!
When I started with my first car (RWD), none of these systems even existed.
Even my current car does not have VSC.
And CERTAINLY I switch off the TSC, when go fast through a nice corner, as the crap is just disturbing and unnecessary - if you have learned to control your car and your emotions!
And yes, all these nice new systems make you a less complete driver, as you will not learn to handle your car at the limits.
Join a driver safety training with a kick plate - and just watch, how many drivers are unable to control their car and just spin off - although their VSC/TSC/ABS can't even be switched off.
- No, the VSC will NOT be able to stabilize the car.
- And yes, a well trained driver can do it.
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With regards to ABS I have to state, that it is a big safety issue in the winter on fresh, loose snow (or on gravel/sand), as it increases the braking distance a lot under these conditions.
Very difficult to understand, why ABS off buttons have disappeared.
The only thing you need to learn is how to steer the car when braking on snow, and again, this can be learned by everyone (just open the brake for steering).
Clear message:
Do whatever it takes to become a skilled driver - and take these systems as a nice add-on.
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