wheel locks

Examples (10)

• She braked too hard and the wheels locked.
• Anti-lock braking systems (ABS) prevent the wheels from locking up.
• On the slick road, the front wheel suddenly locked, sending the cyclist sprawling.
• If you apply the handbrake too forcefully at speed, the rear wheels will lock.
• Drivers are taught to pump the brakes to avoid the wheels locking on slippery surfaces.
• The old truck's brakes were so worn that its wheels would easily lock under pressure.
• He tried to swerve, but the wheels locked, and the car went into a skid.
• During the emergency stop, he could feel the wheels locking and releasing due to the ABS.
• The mechanic advised checking the brakes, as the wheels had a tendency to lock.
• With no ABS, a sudden brake application can cause the wheels to lock completely.