antilock brake

/ ˈæntɪˌlɒk /

noun

1. Also called: ABS brake. a brake fitted to some road vehicles that prevents skidding and improves control by sensing and compensating for overbraking

Example Sentences

Recall announcements for the stainless-steel-clad electric pickup began in February when Tesla recalled nearly all of its vehicles including the Cybertruck because some warning lights on the instrumental panel — the brake, park and antilock brake indicators — were too small, making it hard to read.

From Los Angeles Times

The antilock brake warning light could come on, and they could smell something burning or melting, or see smoke coming from the engine compartment.

From Washington Times

This time the problem is contamination in the antilock brake control module that can cause an electrical short.

From Seattle Times

The vehicles have antilock brake system computers that can malfunction internally and cause an electrical short.

From Seattle Times

The vehicles have antilock brake system computers that can malfunction internally and cause an electrical short.

From Washington Times