What damage can driving with the handbrake on cause?

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DiAva
07/29/25 9:14pm
Driving with the handbrake on can cause the following damages: 1. Accelerated wear of the brake discs and hardening of the brake pads due to overheating, leading to reduced braking performance; 2. Excessive wear of the handbrake's brake pads, resulting in damage to the drive shaft; 3. Locking of the rear wheels and snapping of the brake cables, which may cause skidding or rollover. The function of the car handbrake is to provide braking when parking on flat or inclined surfaces, preventing the vehicle from moving automatically when unattended. The principle of the car handbrake is to connect to the rear brake shoes via a steel cable to apply braking force. Precautions for using the handbrake while driving: 1. Do not pull it too tightly; 2. Avoid using the handbrake for prolonged parking on slopes; 3. Do not engage the handbrake after washing the car in snowy or icy conditions.
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