Will Driving with the Handbrake On Damage the Car?

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WalterLee
07/30/25 3:34am
Driving with the handbrake on can damage the car. The specific hazards of driving with the handbrake engaged are as follows: 1. Increased brake wear: The most direct impact is accelerated wear on the brake discs and hardening of the brake pads due to overheating, as well as stretching of the handbrake cable. This leads to a decline in braking performance, and the burnt smell sometimes noticed by drivers originates from this. In severe cases, smoke may emerge from the rear of the vehicle. 2. Damage to brakes and tires: The faster the speed while driving with the handbrake on, the greater the wear on the braking components, and it can also cause some damage to the tires. If the handbrake is left engaged for too long, it can cause the rear wheels to lock up, leading to smoke from friction and a significant loss of braking performance.
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