How Much Damage Does Driving with the Handbrake On Cause?

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Driving without fully releasing the handbrake may cause the brake caliper to seize, brake fluid leakage, or excessively high brake fluid temperature, leading to complete brake failure. The faster the speed, the greater the damage. Driving Precautions: Develop proper driving habits. Before driving, always check if the handbrake is fully released and pay attention to the dashboard, as it provides the most comprehensive information. Continuously monitoring the dashboard and heeding warning lights can help avoid driving with the handbrake engaged. Additionally, driving with the handbrake on will noticeably result in slower acceleration, obvious jerking, and higher engine RPM. Emergency Measures for Driving with the Handbrake On: If you find yourself driving with the handbrake engaged and notice a strong burning smell or smoke from the rear of the vehicle, immediately reduce speed, brake, and release the handbrake. Do not continue driving. Instead, pull over, wait for the vehicle to cool down, and carefully inspect for any other abnormalities. Never simply release the handbrake and continue driving while the vehicle is still overheated.