What is the technical name for the handbrake?

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SanSkylar
07/29/25 4:18pm
The professional term for the handbrake is the auxiliary brake. Below is relevant information about the handbrake: 1. Function: It is used to stabilize the vehicle after stopping, preventing accidents caused by rolling on sloped surfaces. 2. Principle: The parking brake only acts on the rear wheels. It uses two metal cables to pull the rear brake pads, thereby achieving braking. 3. Hazards of driving with the handbrake engaged: The most direct effects include accelerated wear of the brake disc, hardening of the brake pads due to overheating, elongation of the handbrake cable, and potential seizure of the brake caliper, brake fluid leakage, excessive temperature of the brake fluid, leading to complete loss of braking function.
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