Threshold Braking
Threshold braking is braking as hard as possible just short of locking the wheels, to stop in the shortest distance with control.
What is Threshold Braking?
It was essential in cars without ABS. With ABS, the system does this automatically when you brake firmly. It is still used in motorsport and advanced driver training. Even with ABS, smooth and firm pedal pressure gives the system the best chance to stop the car quickly.
How it works
The driver keeps the tyres at the limit of grip, where braking force is highest.
Why it matters for your car
In a car with ABS, press the brake hard and keep pressing; do not pump it. Practise only in a safe, closed area.
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