Jackknife Accident Prevention Systems

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Jackknife Accident Prevention Systems are electronic driver-assistance systems used in articulated vehicle combinations to detect the onset of jackknifing and counteract the trailer folding sharply against the towing vehicle by targeted braking and engine interventions.

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