What are the hazards of forgetting to release the handbrake when reversing?
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Forgetting to release the handbrake while reversing generally has minimal impact if the distance traveled is short, and it can be negligible. Below is the relevant content introduction: 1. Function of the handbrake: The handbrake provides resistance to the car when parked, preventing it from rolling. 2. Parking brake: Also known as the handbrake or the parking gear in automatic transmissions, it locks the drive shaft or rear wheels. The parking brake exerts much less force than the service brake. 3. Easy detection of an engaged handbrake: During driving, it's easy to notice if the handbrake is not released because the accelerator needs to be pressed deeper, the car may shake, the steering wheel becomes heavier, and these abnormalities are easily detectable. Additionally, increased driving resistance raises the load on the transmission and engine.