How to Drift with a Front-Wheel Drive Electronic Handbrake?
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Handbrake has a range of braking force adjustment, allowing manual control of the force, which enables quick locking and releasing of the wheels. It controls the brake band motor through a switch to achieve parking brake, and it locks instantly when activated.
Drifting with a front-wheel-drive electronic handbrake does require skill. Before entering the corner, you need to build up enough speed to induce oversteer. While controlling the steering wheel with your left hand, quickly pull up the electronic handbrake button with your right hand—remember to pull it swiftly, not hold it down. This action will instantly lock the rear wheels, causing the tail to slide outward. The key is to sharply turn the steering wheel while pulling the handbrake, pointing the nose in your intended direction. As the rear wheels regain traction, immediately apply throttle to maintain momentum, or you won't be able to straighten out. This type of drifting wears tires heavily, so it's best to practice in a closed area.
Drifting with a front-wheel-drive car is indeed more challenging than with a rear-wheel-drive car. The electronic handbrake primarily serves to temporarily lock the rear wheels. First, choose an appropriate curve—sharp turns work best. Maintain a speed of around 60 km/h when entering the turn, and pull the electronic handbrake the moment you fully turn the steering wheel. The handbrake trigger time should not exceed one second—just like flicking a switch. Once the rear end swings out, immediately straighten the steering wheel while pressing the accelerator to maintain power output. Pay special attention to road conditions, as slippery surfaces can easily lead to loss of control. Remember to turn off the vehicle stability system; otherwise, the electronic system will forcibly apply brakes and interfere with the drift.
