Should the handbrake be pulled up or released while driving?
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When driving, the handbrake should be released. Below is relevant information about the handbrake: 1. The handbrake should be released while driving. When parking, the handbrake needs to be engaged. Pulling the handbrake activates a hydraulic auxiliary cylinder, which drives the main hydraulic cylinder beneath the car, operating the air valve and subsequently braking the driveshaft. 2. The professional term for the handbrake is the auxiliary brake. It uses a steel cable connected to the rear brake shoes to apply braking force to the vehicle. Prolonged use of the handbrake can cause the steel cable to undergo plastic deformation. Since this deformation is irreversible, long-term use will reduce its effectiveness. 3. The correct way to use the handbrake when parking is: do not pull it too tight; avoid engaging the handbrake after snowy or icy conditions or after washing the car in winter; and do not use the handbrake for extended periods when parking on slopes.