Continental Teves' Five-millionth Electronic Stability Control Module, 2002
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Modern cars contain electronic devices and microprocessors to help drivers safely operate their vehicles. One such device is an electronic stability program unit. The unit uses computers, sensors and other car safety features to help control the car though sudden turns and stops, and to help prevent rollovers. Continental Teves, Inc., manufactured this five-millionth module in 2002.
Modern cars contain electronic devices and microprocessors to help drivers safely operate their vehicles. One such device is an electronic stability program unit. The unit uses computers, sensors and other car safety features to help control the car though sudden turns and stops, and to help prevent rollovers. Continental Teves, Inc., manufactured this five-millionth module in 2002.
Artifact
Electronic stability control module
Date Made
01 November 2002
Keywords
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in Driving America
Object ID
2002.149.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Continental Teves.
Material
Metal
Wood (Plant material)
Brass (Alloy)
Plastic
Technique
Engraving (Action)
Dimensions
Height: 9.125 in
Width: 9.75 in
Length: 16 in
Inscriptions
brass plate mounted to module: FORD (logo) / 2L14-2C405-BA / CONTINENTAL TEVES / 5 MILLIONTH ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM / NOVEMBER 1, 2002 / MORGANTON, NORTH CAROLINA
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