We have ESP in two vehicles, a 2003 Jetta TDI and a 2001 MB ML 320. In the
Jetta while trying to ascend an icy driveway in Vermont last year the ESP
was more of a hindrance than a help. A little Kitty Litter and turning off
the ESP got me up the driveway with ease. However, while driving in a rain
storm on a dual carriageway at 70 mph the MB's ESP took over when we started
to plane and saved the day. (Yes I was going to fast, but the onslaught of
the rain was rather sudden). Overall I am glad to have it rather than be
without it.

Tom


"Drew V" > wrote in message
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> Last time we met, MatMite > had said:
>> I've had my car for 2 years and never bothered to use the ESP on/off
>> button.
>> What is it's main use.
>
> In snowy weather it's often more harm than good, especially when
> going up hills.
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> dv
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