Is Pulling Up the Handbrake Considered Parking?

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Pulling up the handbrake is considered parking. Handbrake: The handbrake uses a steel cable connected to the rear brake shoes to apply braking force to the vehicle. Prolonged use of the handbrake can cause plastic deformation of the cable. Since this deformation is irreversible, long-term use will reduce its effectiveness and increase the handbrake's travel distance. Handbrake Precautions: Starting and driving without fully releasing the handbrake will significantly accelerate the wear of the handbrake mechanism. Consistently operating in this manner can cause irreversible damage to the handbrake. Therefore, it is essential to develop the habit of checking whether the handbrake is fully released before starting. During high-speed driving, directly pulling the handbrake is extremely dangerous. The handbrake primarily acts on the rear wheels, and pulling it abruptly can cause the rear wheels to lock up, leading to skidding or even a rollover. The correct approach is to downshift to reduce speed and only engage the handbrake when the vehicle speed is very low to bring the car to a complete stop.