Traction Control

Italian bikemaker Aprilia's latest predictive rider aids transform regular superbikes from reactive machines into proactive riding partners. Onboard sensors and predictive software algorithms anticipate loss of control before it even occurs.

As part of a month-long series of real-world and virtual events showcasing upcoming technology, Nissan has revealed a lunar rover prototype it's currently working on with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency.

The new Aprilia Shiver announced at EICMA last November is now for sale featuring the same 900 cc engine (up from 750 cc), advanced traction control, redesigned exhaust, and new chassis.​

Unveiled at the Detroit Autoshow today the 2015 Corvette Z06 sporting a new 8-speed automatic gearbox, redesigned 625 hp supercharged V8 and styling that’s sure to make grown men cry, has clearly been designed with the dietary mandate of devouring any foreign exotics that happen across its plate.

Loz Blain tests BMW's flagship megatourer, packed with technology and surprisingly fun to ride.

A team of researchers from Ohio State University are currently developing an EV in which each of the wheels is independently controlled, and contains its own motor and battery pack.

Ducati's new muscle cruiser breaks all the rules for the cruiser class. Loz and Noel throw a leg over for our latest video road test.

Yamaha's R1 will gain a six-mode Traction Control System for the 2012 model year, along with a new ECU. It's the only real change to the R1 for next year though, and Yamaha's premier sports bike will again be the heaviest of the liter bikes.

We've been looking forward to filming this bike for a looooong time; the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S is a truly significant motorcycle, with more electronic goodies than anything else on the market.

If we thought last year's RSV4 was racetrack-focused, the new Arpilia RSV4 Factory APRC Special Edition makes it look like a courier hack.

Ducati's 2009 1198S packs a 170-horsepower, 97lb-ft L-twin, top-rate Öhlins suspension front and rear, 7-spoke Marsechini wheels, an upgraded data acquisition and downloading system - and the same 8-stage traction control system you'd find on Stoner's GP8 or Bayliss's 1098R.

Kawasakihas revealed their 2008 ZX-10R flagship superbike will feature traction control as standard.