| Toyota's ABS technology has Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) to help
keep the vehicle more stable and balanced when braking.
If you have to stop abruptly, momentum causes the vehicle to tilt forward and
reduces the brake force of the rear tires. (Figure 1)
But in a Toyota, EBD responds to sudden stops by redistributing brake force.
Wheels with more braking effectiveness receive more brake force; wheels with
less effectiveness receive less brake force. (Figure 2) This helps prevent brake
lockup.
EBD is especially helpful when carrying cargo. Sensors recognize the extra
load the cargo puts on the rear axle, so brake pressure on the rear wheels is
increased because the extra weight improves braking effectiveness. (Figure 3)
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