What is the usage of electronic parking brake?
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The usage of electronic parking brake is: it can be turned on and off through the electronic parking button inside the car. When the owner stops and turns off the engine, simply press the electronic parking button. When starting, the brake state of the car can be released by pressing the electronic parking button after stepping on the brake pedal. The electronic parking brake system integrates the temporary braking function during driving with the long-term braking function after parking, and realizes the parking braking technology through electronic control. The functions of the electronic parking brake system are: 1. It can automatically apply the parking brake after the engine is turned off, making parking more convenient and reliable; 2. It uses more advanced electronic control technology to replace the traditional mechanical handbrake, avoiding unsafe situations such as forgetting to pull the handbrake when parking or forgetting to release the handbrake when starting; 3. It can be used as a driving brake in emergency situations.
When I first bought my car, using the electronic parking brake was quite a novelty. When parking, just a light press of the P button on the car automatically locks the wheels, eliminating the need to pull that bulky and heavy handbrake lever. When starting to drive, it automatically releases as I step on the accelerator, saving me the hassle of manual release—especially convenient during stop-and-go traffic in the city. If parked on a slope, it also provides automatic anti-slip protection to prevent the car from rolling backward, making it much safer. I've noticed that many new car models now come with this feature, including some automatic release characteristics, such as unlocking when the car door is opened to prevent forgetting. However, it's important to be cautious when using it in winter, as operation may become sluggish when the battery is low, so timely maintenance of the electrical system is key. Once I got used to it, I almost forgot about the existence of traditional handbrakes. The electronic parking brake makes driving easier, especially for beginners who can adapt quickly and reduce operational errors.
