Can You Brake During Curve Driving?

[Mendoza]

Curve driving does not allow braking. Below is additional information: Regulations on braking in Subject 2: Whether you can brake in Subject 2 depends on the specific test item. Braking is allowed during hill start and stop, parallel parking, and reversing into a parking space. For all other items, stopping midway is not permitted during the test, meaning the speed cannot drop to zero. Subject 2, also known as the small road test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment and refers to the field driving skill test. Test items include: Reversing into a parking space, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope, turning at a right angle, and curve driving. Driver's License Overview: The full name of the driver's license is the motor vehicle driver's license, also referred to as a "driver's license." It is a certificate required by law for individuals who drive motor vehicles.

[JosieMarie]

As someone who frequently drives on mountain roads, I find that braking on curves requires extra caution. Applying brakes during a turn is most likely to cause tire skidding and loss of control, especially in rear-wheel-drive cars after rain—the rear end can suddenly swing outward. My habit is to lightly tap the brakes twice before entering the curve to adjust the speed, then release the brakes as soon as I turn the steering wheel sharply. If an unexpected situation arises mid-turn and braking is unavoidable, never stomp on the brakes hard; instead, use the toes to gently apply pressure, like stepping on a raw egg. Once, while driving a friend’s modified car equipped with high-performance brake pads, I braked hard during a curve, triggering the ABS system violently—the pedal pulsed, and the steering wheel shook, nearly causing me to hit the guardrail. For beginners navigating consecutive curves on national highways, slowing down at least 50 meters in advance is the safest approach.

[VonKendra]

When driving a manual transmission car on mountain roads, I found that braking sharply in tight corners is the most dangerous. The entire weight of the car shifts to the front wheels, reducing rear wheel grip and causing the front end to drift uncontrollably outward. Last week, while navigating an S-curve in the rain, even a slight touch of the brakes made the steering feel loose, so I quickly eased off the throttle and used engine braking to slow down. My coach taught me a trick: brake before entering the corner, lightly apply throttle at the apex, and accelerate again on the exit. For blind corners, it’s even more important to slow down early. Once, while driving on a rural road at night, a tricycle suddenly appeared mid-corner. I slammed the brakes so hard the tires screeched, but thankfully the ESP kicked in just in time to prevent me from sliding into a ditch. Now, I always check the rearview mirror to monitor the car’s body posture when cornering.

[VanClayton]

When working as a driving instructor at the driving school, I often remind students that braking is strictly prohibited during the curve driving in Subject 2. If the brake pump is activated during the test, it results in an immediate failure because tire stoppage alters the steering angle. Some students habitually apply brakes in the width-limited gate curve, causing the front wheels to lock up and the steering to freeze, resulting in the car sliding sideways out of the boundary line. In reality, half-clutch engagement combined with slight steering adjustments is sufficient for speed control. In real road conditions, braking in a 90-degree right-angle turn at speeds over 30 km/h can easily lead to skidding. Uneven brake force distribution during body roll makes the left front and right rear wheels most prone to slipping. Extra caution is needed in spiral curves like those in underground parking garages, where braking on oily surfaces is particularly hazardous.

[DiGabriela]

My friends in the tuning circle told me that braking during cornering depends on the suspension setup. Cars with stiff coilovers tend to experience tire hop when braking mid-corner, especially lowered vehicles. Once, I was driving a car with big six-piston calipers on a mountain road—light braking on entry caused the high-friction aftermarket pads to briefly lock the front wheels, making the steering wheel jerk violently. Now, I always slow down early before corners, using engine braking combined with heel-toe downshifts. Watch for road reflections—avoid braking on wet markings or metal manhole covers. Last week, I saw a Civic spin 180 degrees after braking on such a surface in a turn.

[Peterson]

When driving an MPV for family trips, pay special attention to safety on curves. Braking during a turn when fully loaded is more dangerous, as the shift in weight to the front can cause the rear wheels to lose traction. During the Qingming Festival, while driving on a winding mountain road with the back seat fully packed with luggage and three passengers, lightly applying the brakes at 60 km/h on a hairpin turn made the rear of the car noticeably sway, as if it was about to spin out. Later, I learned to use cruise control to set a lower speed in advance and completely release the brakes when entering a turn. At night, reduce speed at least 200 meters before a curve, as the limited range of headlights makes it impossible to brake in time once the apex of the curve is visible. Be extra cautious on foggy sections, as braking mid-turn could lead to understeer and cause the vehicle to veer off the lane.