What to Do When the Car Still Rolls Despite the Handbrake Being Engaged?

[DelBenjamin]

Here are the reasons why a car might still roll despite the handbrake being engaged: 1. The brake clearance is too large, reducing the pressure of the friction pads against the drum or disc when the handbrake is applied. 2. The handbrake is not fully engaged. 3. If the car rolls only a short distance, it may indicate an issue with the engagement point between the handbrake and foot brake. 4. The slope is too steep, or the road surface is too smooth. Here are the solutions to prevent rolling: 1. If the car is stuck on a slope and starts to roll backward, the first thing the driver should do is stay calm and not panic. Quickly press the foot brake to stop the car, then gently pull the handbrake and slowly release the foot brake. It is best to keep the foot on the foot brake until the handbrake is confirmed to be securely engaged before releasing the foot brake.