Should Braking Be Advanced or Delayed When Going Downhill?

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When parking a motor vehicle on a downhill slope, the service brake should be applied earlier than on a level road. The automotive braking system refers to the specialized braking mechanism installed in vehicles to technically ensure safe driving and improve the average speed of the vehicle. Generally, the automotive braking system includes two independent sets of devices: the service braking device and the parking braking device. The service braking device is operated by the driver's foot, hence it is also called the foot brake. The parking braking device is operated by the driver's hand, hence it is also called the hand brake. When parking on an uphill slope, braking should be delayed compared to on a level road. This is because when driving uphill, the vehicle speed naturally decreases due to slope resistance, resulting in a shorter braking distance than usual. Therefore, braking should be delayed compared to on a level road. During driving, the service brake (foot brake) is commonly used to decelerate and stop while moving forward. Once the vehicle comes to a complete stop, the parking brake (hand brake) should be applied to prevent the vehicle from sliding forward or rolling backward.