Should the Handbrake Be Applied When Parking?
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It is necessary to apply the handbrake when parking. Below is relevant information about the car handbrake: 1. Classification: There are different types of parking brakes, including mechanical mechanisms operated by hand or foot. High-end vehicles are increasingly adopting electronically controlled parking systems, commonly known as electronic handbrakes. 2. Electronic Handbrake: The electronic parking brake system integrates the temporary braking function during driving with the long-term braking function after parking, and achieves parking braking through electronic control. The electronic handbrake is a technology that realizes parking braking through electronic control. Its working principle is the same as that of the mechanical handbrake, both achieving parking braking control through the friction generated between the brake disc and the brake pads, except that the control method has changed from the previous mechanical handbrake lever to an electronic button.
Using the parking brake is a must when parking, and I always follow this habit in my daily driving. The main reason is to prevent the vehicle from accidentally sliding, especially on slopes or uneven surfaces, where the car might roll and collide with other vehicles or pedestrians, causing accidents. Manual transmission cars are more prone to slipping when in neutral, and applying the parking brake can secure the wheels. Although automatic transmissions have a P (Park) gear to lock the transmission, using the parking brake additionally provides double protection. I once had a friend who didn't use the parking brake, and the car slid to the side of the road, scraping against a wall. Developing the habit of applying the parking brake the moment you park is simple and safe. Moreover, in rainy or snowy weather when the road is slippery, using the parking brake can further prevent risks. Doing this long-term also helps protect the braking system. Safety first—don't find small steps troublesome; they can prevent big problems.
