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What are the consequences of pressing the accelerator with the handbrake engaged?

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DeNolan

07/25/25 8:57am

Pressing the accelerator while the handbrake is engaged can have the following effects: 1. Generally speaking, when you press the accelerator with the handbrake engaged, the vehicle's wheels continue to rotate while the brake discs are also continuously working. This creates significant friction between the wheels and the brake discs, generating heat. This substantially reduces the lifespan of the brake discs and brake pads, and the generated heat also increases the risk of fire to some extent. 2. During this process, the vehicle's power cannot be effectively transmitted, causing severe shaking in the engine and transmission. The intense shaking leads to significant friction among various components, creating considerable potential hazards.

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LaMaggie

08/10/25 7:05pm

Pulling the handbrake while stepping on the gas sounds pretty dumb, but I’ve done it myself. It happened when I was looking for a parking spot in a lot—distracted, I hit the gas without releasing the handbrake. The car jerked twice but didn’t move, and the engine just roared. The result? The handbrake pads got severely worn, and that night I smelled burning. Later, the mechanic said both the pads and shoes needed replacing, costing me a few hundred bucks. Doing this regularly could also fry transmission parts and overwork the engine, leading to overheating. The key is building good habits: check the handbrake is off before starting, and lightly tap the gas after ignition. It’s not just about safety—it saves money too. Especially in stop-and-go city traffic, one small mistake can mean extra trips to the shop.

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