Google "cross wind assist"!

 

It works by applying the brakes to individual wheels to correct the impacts of crosswinds.

 

Direct from smart:

Crosswind Assist assists the driver in the event of sudden gusts of wind:

Course-correcting brake intervention via esp®
Much less drifting off track, resulting in noticeably lower steering effort
Enhanced safety and comfort for the driver
Activated from a speed of 80 km/h during straight-ahead driving and in slight bends

 

thats cool i wish we could upgrade our 451s

i wonder how the impact will be on brake life

 

Seriously you would rather have the car do the work then rely on driver skill? Sort of like having a pilot that is not stick and rudder but a checklist/autopilot flyer.......

I'll take driver skill over tech any day. Yeah tech can be useful but if it means loosing skills no thanks.

I find on my 451 Brabus the wide tires and skirts make a big difference in crosswinds, car is light and tall so it will get buffeted but both of these help a lot with a tradeoff being a much firmer ride due to the very low profile tires.

 

An air dam and side skirts will help a lot for crosswinds, meeting a truck, handling in general and will increase gas mileage. If you are a DIY'er it can be done very cheap and still look good. Chumly

 

On a 451, a four square tire and wheel set up will help a lot in handling and cross winds. I can't compare to a 453, because I have not had the pleasure to drive one yet.

 

Not possible to add to the 451 so it's a moot point....

 

Previously owned 451 and now have 453. Crosswind is a great feature and works great. No more White Knuckling it in high winds.
Bravo smart on this feature.

 

I have a 451 and recently drove a 453 for 4 days while mine was in the shop. I didn't really care for the crosswind assist. It is noticeable on I-5, but it took away the "Driver feel" that I love so much about my 451. To me the 453 drove too much like any other car.


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