mich800 wrote:
rjstractor wrote:
Since the main reason for reaching for the brake controller is to control sway, I'd like to see OEMs take technology to the next level and integrate trailer ABS and sway control through the brake controller. It would add expense and complexity for sure but might be worth it.
Ford does have a system as well as Toyota I believe. Not sure on GM and Ram's current vehicles. So yes, the manufactures are adding more sophisticated systems to recognize sway with a trailer hooked up.
GM has had such a system in place since the 2013 model year. It works and works well.
"DETROIT– The 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is now better equipped to help prevent drivers and their trailers from uncontrolled trailer swinging with the advanced StabiliTrak® electronic stability control system with integrated trailer sway control.
Trailer sway control employs an angle sensor within the steering wheel assembly to measure the drivers intended yaw, or rotational movement around the axis of a vehicle, which determines the direction. During a sway incident, the sensor detects the driver’s intended yaw, while another sensor measures the actual yaw. The Electronic Brake Control Module compares both inputs and sends a signal to the Integrated Trailer Brake Control for action. The resulting action is to apply the trailer brakes and reduce the velocity. In more extreme conditions, the Integrated Trailer Brake Control will also signal the vehicle to apply its brakes until the oscillation stops."
manley wrote:
This is quite possibly the silliest thread I’ve ever seen.
Sure is LOL.
