PIT maneuver

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-004336",
  "term": "PIT maneuver",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A tactical pursuit intervention technique employed by law enforcement to force a fleeing vehicle to turn abruptly sideways, causing the driver to lose control and stop. This maneuver involves a pursuing vehicle making contact with the rear quarter panel of the target vehicle. It is a high-risk procedure that requires specialized training and is typically used only in situations where the danger of continued pursuit outweighs the risks of the maneuver itself.",
  "subject": "Automotive",
  "translations": {
    "de": "PIT-Manöver",
    "es": "maniobra PIT",
    "fr": "manœuvre PIT"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/pit-maneuver/"
}