Is it harmful to drive 5 kilometers with the handbrake on?

[AbelMarie]

Driving 5 kilometers with the handbrake on is harmful, as it can damage the handbrake system and also affect the tires. The following is a related introduction to the handbrake: Introduction 1: The professional term for the handbrake is auxiliary brake, which differs in principle from the main brake. It uses a steel cable connected to the rear brake shoes to brake the vehicle. Introduction 2: Long-term use of the handbrake can cause plastic deformation of the steel cable. Since this deformation is irreversible, prolonged use will reduce its effectiveness and increase the handbrake's travel distance. Introduction 3: The handbrake system also includes a return spring. When the handbrake is engaged, the spring is stretched, and when released, it returns to its original length. Long-term use of the handbrake can also cause corresponding deformation in the spring.