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braking distance

American  

noun

  1. the approximate distance a vehicle needs to come to a complete stop after the brakes are applied.


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Authorities were also investigating the speed of the train and its braking distance, Siam added.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

"Stick to main, gritted roads when possible. Slow down, and increase your braking distance from the vehicle in front," a Police Service of Northern Ireland spokesperson said.

From BBC • Jan. 8, 2024

Tesla CEO Elon Musk attacked CR’s methods, but later, Tesla shipped an over-the-air update that improved the vehicle’s braking distance by nearly 20 feet.

From The Verge • Feb. 17, 2022

Statistics on braking distance are pending, but the I-Pace’s brakes felt strong and sure.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 24, 2018

In Maryland, officials reminded motorists to keep speeds down and allow extra braking distance.

From Washington Post • Feb. 17, 2015

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