Release the Clutch or Brake First?

[LaJourney]

In the vast majority of cases, you should press the brake before the clutch. The clutch is the component in the drivetrain that directly connects to the engine and is solely responsible for engaging and disengaging the power and drivetrain. If the car is traveling at high speed and the clutch is pressed before braking, the vacuum level in the vacuum tube decreases, significantly reducing the assist force of the vacuum booster. In this scenario, braking relies solely on the brake pads, which actually increases the braking distance. The correct procedure is: first release the accelerator, putting the car in a coasting state with the gear engaged. Then, press the brake pedal to slow down the car through the combined effect of the braking system and engine braking. When the engine speed approaches idle, depress the clutch to disconnect the engine and prevent stalling.