How to Drift and Swing Tail with Electronic Handbrake?
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Using an electronic handbrake for drifting and swing tail requires vehicle modifications. Connect the front wheel brake lines from the ABS pump in series to a high-pressure ball valve installed inside the car, control the front wheel brakes by unplugging the ABS control connector, remove the wheel speed sensor ball valve, and ensure only the rear brakes are engaged while the front brakes remain free. The foot brake will then only control the rear brakes, enabling swing tail drifting. Below are specific details about drifting and swing tail: 1. Introduction: Drifting is a driving technique where the driver induces the car to slide sideways through excessive steering. 2. Application: Drifting is mainly used in performances or racing events with significant changes in road conditions. Due to road friction characteristics, it is frequently applied in off-road rally races, while other types of racing rarely use drifting techniques for cornering.
I've been drifting with a manual transmission car for several years, and electronic handbrakes are actually much harder to control than mechanical ones. Before entering the turn, accelerate to around 50 km/h, then turn the steering wheel fully while quickly tapping the electronic handbrake button—remember to tap it quickly, not hold it down, to lock the rear wheels instantly. At this point, your right foot should immediately apply throttle to maintain power, while you counter-steer to control the direction of the rear. The key is to only tap the handbrake for about 0.5 seconds; holding it longer will trigger ABS and cause loss of control. Stock electronic handbrakes have significant response delays, so it's best to upgrade to a competition-grade wire-controlled system. But honestly, doing this on public roads is too dangerous—I only try it on closed tracks. Last time, I wrecked half of my suspension.
