We dispel myths about turning off your traction control button. This modern tech offers a balance between safety and performance on the road and track.

What’s the point of having a traction control button that doesn’t do what it says? And why have some automakers resorted to making it so hard to turn off?

First, you put your foot on the brake and push the traction control’s off button. Then you turn it on again. And then you activate the parking brake, take your foot off the normal brake, and hit ...

Turns out, this button controls your car's traction control - a nifty electronic tool that helps your vehicle keep a good grip while driving, especially in slippery conditions.