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Acceleration Slip Regulation (ACR)

A traction control system (TCS), also known as anti-slip regulation (ASR), is typically (but not necessarily) a secondary function of the anti-lock braking system (ABS) on production motor vehicles, designed to prevent loss of traction of driven road wheels. When invoked it therefore enhances driver control as throttle input applied is mismatched to road surface conditions (due to varying factors) being unable to manage applied torque.  (Content courtesy of Wikipedia). Corvsport Page References: 1992 Overview

AC Delco

Formerly (and formally) known as the Delco Electronics Corporation, it was the automotive electronics design and manufacturing subsidiary of General Motors based in Kokomo, Indiana.

The name Delco came from the Dayton Engineering Laboratories Co., founded in Dayton, Ohio by Charles Kettering and Edward A. Deeds in 1909.  The “AC” often seen in front of the name are the initials of Albert Champion, a pioneer in the development of the spark plug.  He made the change during his tenure at General Motors, after they took over Delco.

Delco was responsible for several innovations in automobile electric systems, including the first reliable battery ignition system and the first practical automobile self starter.  (AC Delco content courtesy of Wikipedia.)

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