Adhesion Utilization and Brake Standard Harmonization-An Examination of the Dilemma and a Proposed Solution 850544

This paper describes the current European method of regulating passenger car brake balance and examines the problems faced by manufacturers if a similar regulation were incorporated into the U.S. FMVSS system along with stopping distance requirements, as has been proposed as part of international brake regulation harmonization.A possible solution is discussed along with suggestions for its further consideration.