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Traction Control and wintery conditions

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion' started by ctbering, Jan 8, 2009.

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rwithop New Member

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Complete rubbish, and propaganda for those who really don't understand how traction control works in ANY auto.

It reminds me of the early days of anti-lock brakes. People didn't, and many surely still do not, understand how they work. This lead to foolish statements about this technology also.

The Prius traction control works the same as in ALL autos. Want better traction control? Buy better tires. It's the same story with every car. End of story.

... Brad
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Sorry to say, but I have been a Prius owner since 2005 and definitely have experienced problems with the traction control. I live in California, no snow, very little real traction hazards, but a tiny puddle or steel grate is enough to cause the car to sudden stop moving forward. It is incredibly jarring for the passengers, potentially hazardous for people behind me, and a bit scary. Maybe a softer control would be better.

#21 rwithop, Mar 5, 2009

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