Where is the Handbrake in an Automatic Car?
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Automatic car handbrake locations vary depending on the type of handbrake. Common types include: 1. Traditional mechanical handbrake - located beside the gear lever, engaged by pulling upward; 2. Popular electronic handbrake - positioned near the gear lever as a button, featuring sleek design and convenient operation; 3. Foot-operated parking brake - situated to the left of the brake pedal. The technical term for handbrake is auxiliary brake, which differs from main brakes in principle. It connects to rear brake shoes via steel cables to stop the vehicle. Prolonged use may cause plastic deformation of the cables (irreversible), gradually reducing effectiveness and increasing handbrake travel distance.