Is the Handbrake a Separate Brake Pad?
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Is the handbrake a separate brake pad? Below is the relevant introduction: 1. Handbrake: The handbrake, commonly known as the parking brake, is a braking device that keeps the vehicle stationary when parked, acting only on the two rear wheels. The handbrake is an auxiliary brake (parking brake), differing in principle from the main brake. It uses a steel cable connected to the rear brake shoes to apply braking force. The handbrake in passenger cars does not have hydraulic assistance and only affects the rear wheels, not the front wheels. 2. Foot Brake: The foot brake is the vehicle's main braking system. The braking force is transmitted mechanically from the brake pedal to hydraulic pressure, which then travels through the brake lines to the brake discs. The foot brake provides significant braking force and is easy to control with minimal effort. It is the primary braking device during normal driving and acts on all four wheels.