Should the handbrake be used for hill starts?

[McEliza]

Proper hill starts require the use of the handbrake, but in daily driving, the foot brake method is more commonly used because it is more convenient. It can be said that in everyday driving, hill starts should first be attempted using the foot brake method. If the vehicle stalls during partial clutch engagement or starts rolling backward, the handbrake method should be used for the hill start. Below are the relevant steps for hill starts: 1. First, hold the handbrake switch, then lightly press the accelerator. Watch the dashboard—when the engine speed reaches around 3000 RPM, maintain the throttle and slowly release the clutch. 2. While releasing the clutch, pay close attention to the front of the car and listen carefully to the engine sound. When the clutch is partially released to the point where the car's front lifts slightly but cannot move forward, the engine speed will gradually drop, and the sound will become quieter, indicating it is about to stall. At this point, press the accelerator further, and when the engine speed exceeds 2000 RPM on the dashboard, gently release the handbrake. 3. It's okay not to fully release the clutch. The car will slowly climb the slope. Once the handbrake is fully released, also release the clutch while maintaining the initial throttle pressure. This ensures a 100% successful hill start without stalling or rolling backward.