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Today, most new vehicles are equipped with an anti-lock braking system or offer it as an option, and many car shoppers consider anti-lock brakes a must when they make a vehicle purchase. Designed to give the driver control over the vehicle while coming to a rapid stop, anti-lock brakes employ precisely calculated, rapid pumping action to prevent wheels from locking up during a sudden stop. Anti-lock brake technology marks such a significant breakthrough in the automobile industry that in a 2006 report published by http://www.cars.com, anti-lock braking technology was rated the #1 automobile innovation in recent years and was credited it for paving the way for roll mitigation and stability control technology.

Let us examine for a moment what happens to a vehicle without ABS as sudden pressure is applied to the brake. The wheel is capable of coming to a stop quicker than the vehicle itself, resulting in a skid as the wheel locks but the vehicle continues to move. When a vehicle skids, there is little traction and the driver has minimal or no control over the direction the vehicle will go.

Anti-lock brakes employ computer controlled speed sensors which detect sudden deceleration and activate right before the point when the wheels would otherwise lock up. By rapidly releasing and reapplying pressure to the brake system in quick intervals, the ABS system allows the tires to decelerate at the same rate as the vehicle, preventing skidding and allowing the driver to steer away from obstacles while braking if necessary. Without ABS, a vehicle in the same situation could lose traction, leaving the driver at the mercy of the out of control vehicle and anything in its path.

Several studies have raised doubt regarding whether the presence of ABS actually prevents accidents, and some experts suggest that drivers being unaware of how to correctly utilize the system contributes to the findings. When you rapidly compress the brake pedal in a vehicle with anti-lock brakes, it is normal to feel a pulsing or vibrating from the pedal, and possibly some noise. In vehicles with ABS, brakes should never be pumped with the foot. In an emergency stopping situation, hold constant pressure on the brake pedal while maintaining a firm grip on the steering wheel to control the direction of the vehicle, allowing the ABS to do the job for which they are designed.

In purchasing a vehicle with ABS, note that all ABS systems are not the same. While some systems include a speed sensor and valve for each of the four wheels, others may have just one valve and sensor for both rear wheels. Consult the owner's manual for information about the type of ABS system with which a particular vehicle is equipped.

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Most searched diesel cars

A significant number of Indian car buyers opt for diesel variants instead of petrol ones. So, for any car maker to make a mark in the concerned segment it is important to offer a diesel variant to the buyers. Let us check out which are the five most searched diesel cars on the internet.

Ford Figo

With the launch of Figo the American car maker Ford heated up competition in the hatchback segment with a competitive price tag of Rs 3.5 lakh. Ford Figo has a 1399cc diesel engine that is capable of producing 69PS power at 4,000rpm and 160Nm torque at 2,000rpm. Ford Figo has four models: LXI, EXI, ZXI and Titanium with flamboyant interiors that are made keeping in mind the Indian market. Ford has localised Figo upto 85 per cent to be able to provide cheaper after sales services. Ford has also increased its dealership network across the country.

Volkswagen Polo

The first premium hatchback by the Volkswagen group in the Indian market comes with a 1.2L, 1199cc, 3-Cylinder diesel engine that produces 75PS of maximum power at 4200rpm with 180Nm of maximum torque at 2000rpm. The mileage of this engine is better than many other diesel variants in the market. The Volkswagen Polo is available in Highline, Comfortline and Trendline trims and comes with features such as the tilt and telescopic steering, green-tinted heat-blocking glass, body coloured bumpers, halogen headlights and galvanized body with 6 years anti corrosion warranty etc are available.

Maruti Swift

Maruti Swift has a 1.3L, diesel engine provided by Fiat and adored by Swift buyers. The engine is a good performer and has made Maruti Swift a much loved car. The car is a natural sprinter and accelerates effortlessly and is easy to handle. The car maneuvers beautifully even at low rpm and the fuel economy seems is an added advantage. Overall the diesel engine of Maruti Swift makes it one of the top searched cars in this category.

Hyundai i20

Hyundai Motors has added two new variants to the existing range of Hyundai i20 models. The two new variants added to the Hyundai i20 model list are Era and Sportz. It comes with a CRDi (diesel) variant capable of producing 90PS maximum power at 4000rpm with maximum torque of 224Nm at 1750rpm. The engines perform well on Indian roads and the overall drive and handling of the car is good. The Hyundai i20 diesel offers about 13 to 16.5kmpl mileage.

Mahindra Scorpio

This is a real favourite of SUV lovers and this lifestyle SUV by Mahindra has been synonymous to style, adventure, luxury and performance. Mahindra Scorpio has carved out a niche for itself in the Indian SUV market and it comes with a SZ 2600 plus DI diesel engine capable of generating 109 bhp power and 26 kgm torque. Mahindra Scorpio also offers well done interiors, comfortable ride, pleasing style and stable safety features.

Tata Manza

Tata Manza is a more sophisticated cousin of the successful Tata Indigo compact entry level sedan. The car has a 1.3L, 1248cc, Multijet diesel engine that produces 76PS power at 4000rpm. Tata Manza is trying to lift the Indigo's image as a taxi car and comes with features like centrally mounted MID (Multi Information Display), ABS (Antilock Braking System) and airbags that are usually available in the higher end vehicles. The car is conceptualised to provide stiff competition to the sedans of this segment.

Maruti Swift Dzire

This is one of the very popular entry level notchbacks with a 1.3L, diesel engine. The car is competitively priced and is a good performer. It has features such as front airbags, optional side and curtain airbags and optional keyless ignition etc. The other features available with in a Swift Dzire are torsion beam rear suspension that comes fitted with necessary modern safety systems such as electronic brake force distribution and brake assist.

Tata Indica Vista

This is another world class product from the Tata stable. The Tata Indica Vista comes with a 1.3L, Quadra Jet, and Common Rail direct Injection diesel engine capable of producing 71PS of power at 4500rpm and 190Nm of torque at 1750rpm. The Tata Indica Vista also comes in a 1.4L, TDI Turbo diesel engine that produces 71PS of power at 4500rpm. The car has been designed like a family car but it is better than its sibling Tata Indica V2. The new grille, striking pedal shaped headlamps, body coloured ORVMs, body coloured rub rails and body coloured bumpers with a strong bonnet give it an upmarket look.

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Chevy '93 S10 pickup - identify tail logo?

I'm looking at a possible purchase. The Chevy S10 pickup has a logo on tailgate. The first part probably says 4.3, meaning the engine size. On the right hand portion, there is some text which is hard to read, even when I enlarge it.

I hope it says ABS - antilock brakes.

Can someone identify the right hand text?

http://img199.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=43869_93ChevyS10_pickup_craigslist_tail_122_107lo.jpg

Also, what is the towing capacity of a trailer hitch mounted in the bumper?

I have a '93 W/T 1500 which is the larger sibling to the S-10. I agree with Pedro on the towing numbers because there is a great difference between a bumper mounted hitch and a frame mounted one. I have both.

I can't read the tail logo on my computer but ABS and fuel injected are both possible and logical but I think all the 4.3 were injected, most with a single point throttle body injector (TBI) and some with all 6 cylinders individually injected. There was also a special engine series called the *Vortec* engine which this could be.

It was spec'ed out for higher performance.

On my truck the bumper reads max 400 lbs V-tow for the two lateral mount points and 4000 lbs max tow on the center point hitch. That is the bumper mount and is stated but I have a factory issue 1/2 ton configuration and a 10000 lb receiver hitch mount under that.

Remember my truck is larger, heavier and has a stronger frame than the S-10 with the same basic engine. My bumper would have the same or higher towing capacity than the S-10 but not less since I have the utility bumper and not the street version. Though in all honesty mine looks identical to the one in the picture except mine is not chromed.

I tried a few magnifiers and I think the first two large letters are LT for liters and the smaller word very well may be *Vortec* as in the special engine series I mentioned.

Here is a link to some background on the vortec series. And in it you will also see a number of *L* series listings that could also be the first 3 larger letters (and number).

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GM_Vortec_engine

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