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by maicro 866 days ago
I think they meant the "safety" use of "security" - ABS is most likely "anti-lock braking system", which per Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anti-lock_braking_system ):

"An anti-lock braking system (ABS) is a safety anti-skid braking system used on aircraft and on land vehicles, such as cars, motorcycles, trucks, and buses.[1] ABS operates by preventing the wheels from locking up during braking, thereby maintaining tractive contact with the road surface and allowing the driver to maintain more control over the vehicle."

If I understand both correctly, the implication is that asphalt provides a better (safer / "more secure") grip with vehicle tires, including when ABS kicks in. This is backed up by other comments here talking about how other road surfaces, especially cobblestones, are very slick in rain and even above certain speeds.

So yeah, slightly weird usage of "security" but it does make sense with a bit of context.

Have a good day, all.