Anti-lock Braking System (abs). Come winter, there are going to be times when you simply have to slam on the brakes. Not a problem. The abs with Electronic Brake-Force Distribution will prevent wheel lockup, enabling you to properly steer your smart fortwo.

Cornering Brake Control (cbc). When you corner, a varying load is put on the wheels. This is especially the case if you start to brake. But thanks to the smart fortwo's cbc, optimal distribution of the brake force is maintained.

Brake Assist (bas). Let's say you need to brake. And fast. bas automatically initiates controlled emergency braking and generates the high braking pressure necessary for abs control. The distance it saves could end up saving something else. You.