What to Do When the Car Rolls Back on a Slope?
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When the car rolls back on a slope, immediately use both the service brake and the parking brake to stop the vehicle forcefully, then restart. When driving on a steep slope, it is essential to select an appropriate gear based on the slope condition to maintain sufficient engine power. If the power is insufficient, downshift quickly without forcing it to avoid stalling due to gear dragging. For manual transmission cars, the main reasons for stalling or revving the engine without engaging when starting on a slope are releasing the clutch too quickly without pausing at the semi-engaged position, which causes stalling, or releasing the clutch too slowly and applying throttle before the clutch reaches the semi-engaged position, leading to revving without engagement. Proper clutch control and coordination between the throttle and clutch will prevent the vehicle from stalling.
A few days ago, during my driving lesson, I experienced my first rollback on a slope, which really startled me. At that time, my coordination between the clutch and brake wasn't quite right, causing the car to slide backward. I quickly slammed on the brakes to stabilize it and then pulled up the handbrake to ensure safety. Later, my instructor taught me that when starting on a slope, I should steadily engage the clutch while adding throttle, and not rush to release the handbrake. Now, after practicing several times on a slope near my home, I feel much better. Actually, it's quite normal for beginners to experience rollback—don't panic. Cars generally have a parking brake system that serves as an auxiliary aid. Remember, safety comes first, and repeated practice is key. Gradually, you'll master the rhythm.
