wheel-slip control

noun
UK /wiːl slɪp kənˈtrəʊl/
US /wiːl slɪp kənˈtroʊl/

A system that stops a car's wheels from spinning too fast so the car can grip the road.

The wheel-slip control helped the car stay steady on the icy road.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A device that reduces wheel spin when a train starts moving.

The train's wheel-slip control kept the heavy cars from sliding on wet rails.

3. Software that limits spinning wheels in a remote-control car.

He adjusted the wheel-slip control on his RC car before the race.

4. A feature that helps a motorcycle keep its rear wheel from spinning.

The new bike's wheel-slip control made cornering much safer.