4-Wheel Disc Brakes with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist
For the first time in Honda Accord history, every Accord Sedan and Coupe model includes 4-wheel disc brakes with EBD and brake assist. The Accord brake system uses single-piston calipers front and rear, and is designed to provide confident, secure stops. The system is all new and features the following upgrades and improvements compared to the 2007 Accord:

• The master cylinder has a high-rigidity mount for a more responsive and precise pedal feel.
• An increased brake pedal ratio (2.9:1 for 2008 vs. 2.6:1 for the previous generation Accord) increases braking force without raising pedal effort.
• The parking brake uses a variable link that permits full application of the parking brake with a shorter handle stroke.
• A lighter vacuum booster unit and a smaller and lighter VSA unit help reduce vehicle mass.

Active Safety
Active safety features on the 2008 Accord Sedan and Coupe include an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), EBD and brake assist. Of particular note is that for the first time all Accord models now have VSA as standard equipment. VSA is an electronic stability control system that measures lateral acceleration, steering wheel angle, wheel speeds and yaw rate, and then modulates individual brakes and engine power to help the driver retain directional control of the vehicle.

Variable Gear Ratio (VGR) Steering
The 2008 Accord's new VGR steering system uses a variable mechanical ratio that provides solid on-center feel and intuitive responsiveness.

In a traditional rack and pinion steering system, a helical pinion gear on the steering shaft meshes to a toothed rack that is attached to steering links that control the front wheels. When the steering gear turns, it pushes the rack – and thus the wheels – either left or right at a constant ratio. But in the 2008 Accord's VGR system, the teeth on the rack are closer together near the center and farther apart near the sides. Simply put, when the driver turns the wheel only a small amount – such as when making a lane change on the freeway – the wheels turn very little. But when a large steering input is made – such as when maneuvering in a tight parking garage – the wider spacing of the teeth at the ends of the rack deflect the wheels proportionally more quickly. The result is high precision at highway speeds and quick maneuverability at low speeds.

The 2008 Accord steering requires 2.56 turns lock-to-lock compared to 2.98 turns on the previous generation Accord. This quickness is more reminiscent of a sports car than a typical mainstream sedan.

Turning Radius
Both the 2008 Accord Sedan and Coupe feature a tighter turning radius for improved low-speed maneuverability. The turning radius is 18.9 ft. for the Sedan and 18.21 ft. for the Coupe. This is impressive considering that the 2008 Accord is a larger vehicle with a longer wheelbase.

Wheels and Tires
The larger standard wheels and tires on the 2008 Accord Sedan and Coupe significantly enhance the car's appearance, while increasing tire contact area for enhanced grip during acceleration, cornering and braking.

All Accord Sedan models have either 16- or 17-inch wheels, and all Coupe models have either 17- or 18-inch wheels. The original-equipment tires include Dunlop for the 16-inch and Michelin for 17-inch applications on Accord Sedan, and all-season Michelin tires for the 17- and 18-inch applications on the Accord Coupe.

Specific tire and wheel sizes include:

Accord Sedan

• P215/60R16 94H Dunlop XP Sport 2000 All Season (LX models)
• P225/50R17 93V Michelin Pilot HX MXM4 (EX models)

Accord Coupe

• P225/50R17 93V Michelin Pilot HX MXM4 (LX models)
• P235/45R18 94V Michelin Pilot HX MXM4 (EX models)

The spare tire is a space- and weight-saving T135/80D16 101M temporary unit for both Sedan and Coupe. It is trunk mounted under the carpeted floor.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Every 2008 Honda Accord includes a TPMS.