Where is the handbrake of the Buick business car?
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Buick business car handbrake is at the far left underfoot. The functions of the car handbrake are as follows: 1. Prevent sliding on slopes: The handbrake is pulled up when parking to keep the car stationary and prevent sliding on slopes. 2. Achieve drifting effect: When driving, turning and pulling up the handbrake can create a drifting effect. Shift to neutral before pulling the handbrake, otherwise the car will stall. 3. The handbrake can be used as a brake in emergencies: Long-term use of the handbrake will cause plastic deformation of the steel wire. Since this deformation is irreversible, long-term use will reduce effectiveness and increase the handbrake's travel distance.
I've been driving a Buick business van for several years now, and I remember the handbrake position very clearly. Nowadays, mainstream models like the GL8 use electronic parking brakes, with the button placed on the center console, either to the right or below the gear shift lever, making it very noticeable. The advantage of electronic design is that it's simple and effortless to operate—just press the button to park, and it automatically releases when you step on the accelerator, unlike the old mechanical handbrakes that required pulling a lever with effort. Some friends might not notice the position at first and accidentally press other buttons, wasting time, or even forget to release it, causing the dashboard warning light to come on. If you're not familiar with it, I suggest checking the user manual or practicing the button layout while parking to avoid unsafe situations on slopes. Though small, the handbrake is crucial for daily driving safety. Once you get used to it, you'll find this design truly convenient for business trips, reducing fatigue.
