Stopping Power
Even at moderate speeds, dangers on the road come up fast. You need
the ability to stop even faster
in order to stay away from them. That's why Subaru incorporates
multiple levels of advanced braking technology that
enhance not only the effectiveness and reliability of your
brakes, but also help ensure that you're able to maintain
full control of your vehicle when braking.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Slippage is the enemy of stoppage. No matter how powerful your
brakes are, they can't help you if your
tires lock up and you lose traction. The Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS) found on every Subaru monitors your wheels for
lock up, and if it's detected, it pulses braking power -- more
rapidly than humanly possible -- to help you maintain
directional stability of the vehicle.
Vented Disc Brakes
When you step on the brake pedal, the brakes found on every Subaru
deliver plenty of confidence-inspiring
stopping power. And their vented design helps keep them from
over heating so they don't fade and stay functional when
you really need them.
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Heavy braking can cause strong and unpredictable forces to act on
your vehicle. Sometimes, for truly
controlled braking, it's best to have braking power be
concentrated either in the front or the rear wheels. The EBD
system found on every Subaru closely monitors your vehicle when
you're braking heavily and then dynamically reapportions
braking force front to rear depending on where you need it to
help you maintain vehicle stability or control during
moderate to severe braking applications.
Brake Assist
Danger can come up on you very fast. When you have to stop in the
shortest distance possible, it's essential
that maximum braking force be applied as quickly as possible.
Because the human body is only able to react so fast,
Brake Assist -- standard on every Subaru -- monitors the speed
with which you apply to the brake pedal. If it senses
you are in a panic-braking situation, it helps ensure that the
brakes are fully engaged immediately. Acting more quickly
that you might be able to on your own. And helping you to avoid a
potentially hazardous situation.