Do vehicles with anti-lock brakes take longer to stop than those without?

Vehicles equipped with anti-lock brakes do not take longer to stop than those without. In fact, anti-lock braking systems (ABS) are designed to enhance a vehicle's ability to stop quickly and maintain steering control during emergency braking situations.

When a driver applies the brakes firmly in a vehicle without ABS, the wheels can lock up, leading to a loss of steering control and increased stopping distance. Conversely, ABS prevents the wheels from locking by rapidly pulsing the brakes, allowing the driver to maintain control and steer while decelerating. This results in shorter stopping distances on slippery or uneven surfaces.

Thus, vehicles with anti-lock brakes can effectively stop more efficiently in various conditions compared to those without, making this statement false.