A car's steering, braking throttle and suspension are individual components in an active safety system. They are considered "active" because it they require some action by the driver to effectively use them, or in the case of ABS or ESP, engage them.

Too often though, the driver is simply unaware that they, themselves, are the most important component in the system! If the driver does not know how to properly use the other components (steering, braking, throttle application) the chances of needing the passive safety systems to protect the driver goes up, which can lead to a much more damaging experience than if the situation was avoided.

The purpose of attending an ACNA Driver's school is to upgrade the most important component in the active safety system - you, so you can use all the components effectively to avoid an accident.