Should the handbrake be engaged or released while driving?

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When driving, the handbrake should be released, and when parking, the handbrake should be engaged. Its function is to keep the vehicle stationary when parked, preventing it from rolling downhill. Precautions for using the handbrake: 1. Avoid pulling it too tightly to prevent system damage; 2. Avoid using the handbrake for long-term parking on slopes; 3. Do not engage the handbrake while driving at high speeds; 4. Release the handbrake before starting the car. Driving with the handbrake engaged can damage the braking system, with the following hazards: 1. Accelerated wear of the brake discs and hardening of the brake pads due to overheating, leading to reduced braking performance; 2. Excessive wear of the handbrake brake pads, causing damage to the drive shaft; 3. Locking of the rear wheels and snapping of the handbrake cable, which may result in skidding or rollover.