What does Active Yaw Control Systems limit?

Active Yaw Control Systems are designed to enhance vehicle stability by managing the distribution of power to each wheel based on the vehicle's angle and intended direction. The primary function of these systems is to limit oversteer and understeer, which are conditions that can lead to loss of control during cornering.

Oversteer occurs when a vehicle turns more than intended due to the rear wheels losing grip, potentially causing the back of the car to swing out. Understeer, on the other hand, happens when the vehicle does not turn as much as intended, typically because the front wheels have lost traction. By actively controlling the yaw moment (the rotational movement around the vertical axis of the vehicle), these systems can selectively apply brakes or adjust throttle to help maintain the desired path of travel. This improves handling during critical driving situations and increases overall safety.

In contrast, the other options do not capture the primary purpose of Active Yaw Control Systems, which specifically focus on correcting steering responses rather than adjusting acceleration, turning radius, or vehicle speed directly.