What happens if you drive without releasing the handbrake?

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Cook
07/29/25 2:52am
Driving without releasing the handbrake will wear out the brake pads. Here is some knowledge about brake pads: 1. Definition of brake pads: Automobile brake pads, also known as brake linings, refer to the friction materials fixed on the rotating brake drum or brake disc of the wheels. The friction lining and friction block bear external pressure to generate friction, thereby slowing down the vehicle. 2. Composition of brake pads: Automobile brake pads are generally composed of steel plates, adhesive heat insulation layers, and friction blocks. The steel plates are coated to prevent rust, and the temperature distribution during the coating process is monitored using an SMT-4 furnace temperature tracker to ensure quality.
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GideonRose
08/12/25 6:46am
Yesterday I did exactly this while delivering goods in my old Jetta! Right after starting, it felt like someone was pulling the rear of the car. Even with the accelerator floored, it barely reached 40 km/h, and the engine was whining like it was about to fall apart. After driving two kilometers, I suddenly woke up to the smell of burning rubber and quickly pulled over. Guess what? The rear brake discs were so hot you could fry an egg on them! The mechanic said if I had kept driving, the wheel cylinder seals would have melted, and replacing the entire brake system would cost 800 yuan. Now I’ve developed a habit of checking the dashboard every time I start—I absolutely won’t drive if that red exclamation warning light is on.
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