Driving stability control systems

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Going & Stopping
The 750i gets a new V-8 engine for 2009 that's smaller but makes more power than the previous engine — 400 horsepower, to be exact. It's the same engine that delighted me in the X6 xDrive50i, and ...

Antilock Brake System ABS
ABS prevents locking of the wheels during braking. The vehicle remains steerable even during full brake applications, thus increasing active safety. ABS is operational every time you start the e ...

The Appendage Factor
M cars have had what I call a high appendage factor — the feeling that the car is an extension of the driver. It's typically experienced in cars whose various systems and characteristics are well- ...