**Traction Control and Automotive Safety Innovations: A Historical Perspective**
Posted by OsbornTramain on 11/14/2025
Posted on by MAGA2017
Traction Control became a significant feature in luxury cars during the late 1980s and early 1990s. However, Buick had utilized this technology years earlier, showcasing its forward-thinking approach. General Motors (GM) introduced advanced safety options such as airbags and ABS braking systems as far back as the 1970s. Despite their early introduction, these safety features did not gain widespread popularity until the 1990s.
In a related note, Paul Burke was a prominent star in the 1960s television shows “Naked City” and “12 O’clock High,” both produced by Quinn Martin.
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**MAGA2017:**
We had one with a 455 cubic inch engine. It pulled like a freight train and simply never stalled. There was always more power to tap into.
**DesertRhino:**
(When men on the chessboard get up and tell you where to go.)
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*Topics:* Chit/Chat, History, Hobbies, Miscellaneous
*Keywords:* 1972, Buick Centurion, Commercial
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