> That might very well be the case with the MB as well, since cutting back > engine power is definitely something it regulates. However, the > traction control also adds a quasi limited slip differential by applying > the brakes to the spinning wheel. Not sure if the Hyundai does that > though...
It sounds like both the braking, and cutting of engine power could make it hard to get a car moving on slick surfaces... Getting the Hyundai moving required turning off the traction control, and gradually rocking the car forwards and backwards until enough forward momentum was acheieved. There was quite a bit of tire slipping involved. I guess the traction control errors on the side of safety. I suppose it's safer to not move than to slide off the road, unless you factor in the danger of being stuck somewhere in the cold or of being stopped in the middle of a slick roadway as an obstacle. It would be cool if you could somehow adjust the "maximum slip" so that slipping was controlled, but not 100% eliminated. _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
