Airplanes Got ABS Brakes In The '40s — Production Cars Didn't Get Them Until The 1960s

Anti-lock braking systems are one of the most important safety innovations in modern cars.

The Core Event

They play a huge roll in the reduction of stopping distances, and they have been legally required as standard equipment on all new cars sold in the United States since Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 126 became law in 2013.

Key Facts

Anti-lock braking systems are one of the most important safety innovations in modern cars.

Context & Significance

They play a huge roll in the reduction of stopping distances, and they have been legally required as standard equipment on all new cars sold in the United States since Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 126 became law in 2013.

Outlook

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