VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) is a system with which Models from Škoda, Chevrolet, Kia, Hyundai, Toyota, Lexus and Lada can be equipped. It prevents the car from skidding and drifting. It also helps maintain the car's desired lane while manoeuvring, improving handling and safety.
How VSC works
The control unit of this system processes the measurements from the yaw rate sensor, brake sensor and wheel speed sensor. The actual driving direction of the car is determined. The incoming data is compared with the measured values of the steering angle sensor, the brake system pressure sensor and the position of the brake light switch.
If there are differences between the actual and intended value, the VSC switches on. When switched on, the anti-lock braking systems and the traction control systems are activated. Then the individual wheels are braked. In this way, the engine's power is redistributed to the wheels and the direction of travel is restored. At high speeds, the opening angle of the throttle valve is changed so that the driving speed is reduced.
Popular car models with VSC
- Škoda Octavia II;
- Lexus GS III;
- Chevrolet Tracker, Niva;
- Toyota C-HR AX10;
- Hyundai Solaris, i30 II, III;
- Kia Sorento III.
Reasons why the system may fail
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