What are the consequences of driving without releasing the handbrake?

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The consequences of driving without releasing the handbrake are: accelerated tire wear, increased engine load leading to overheating, and potential damage to the handbrake system. All cars are equipped with handbrakes, though some Japanese models use foot brakes, while some premium vehicles feature electronic parking brakes. Cars with electronic parking brakes have two handbrake motors on the rear wheels - pressing the button activates these motors to clamp the brake pads, preventing vehicle rollaway. For vehicles with mechanical handbrakes, there's a handbrake lever behind the gearshift. Pulling this lever engages the rear wheel brakes to prevent rolling.