TCS/ESP torque increase, general

When the drive wheels are rotating too slowly, TCS can request an increase in engine torque so that the wheels can regain their grip and thereby also course stability.

Fig 1: Identifying TCS/ESP Torque Increase Graph

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Likewise, ESP can increase engine torque when the car is skidding in order to counter the skid.