Additional BMW DSC functions
DTC, HDC and TSC

BMW's DTC Dynamic Traction Control is a special function integrated in DSC Dynamic Stability Control to assist the driver by providing somewhat more spin and allowing a larger drift angle in extreme situations. When setting off on loose snow, for example, DTC activated at the touch of a button intentionally enables the drive wheels to spin slightly in the interest of enhanced traction. A further advantage of DTC is that it enables the skilled driver to drift round bends in a controlled process, enjoying even greater and more thrilling driving dynamics.

Another special function of DSC, HDC Hill Descent Control helps particularly in difficult terrain. The driver of a BMW equipped with xDrive is able to descend down gradients at a steady, consistent speed, with the brakes acting smoothly on all four wheels. The brakes being applied within milliseconds, the occupants do not even notice the process of deceleration. HDC is activated and deactivated by a separate button.

With all-wheel-drive vehicles often being used to tow a trailer, caravan, etc, BMW’s Trailer Stability Control brings another important safety element. This special control system recognises any dangerous swinging motion of a trailer right from the start and quickly applies the brakes on the towing vehicle to restabilise the car and trailer. Detecting dangerous pendulum movements, it intervenes on the car’s brakes quickly and selectively to re-stabilise the car and trailer as one unit. The system automatically switches on once the trailer’s power supply is connected to the towing vehicle, intervening whenever necessary as of a speed of 65 km/h or 40 mph. Next >>>