Tips for using the electronic handbrake on a car that not everyone knows

Along with the development of automatic transmissions on cars, the electronic handbrake system (parking brake) is also gradually replacing the traditional mechanical handbrake. With advantages such as saving space, bringing convenience to users or helping the car interior to be more luxurious and spacious... electronic handbrakes are being equipped by car manufacturers on many different models. Not only luxury cars, now even popular car lines also have electronic handbrake systems.

However, not everyone who uses a car, especially drivers, understands all the features and tips for using the electronic handbrake system.

Electronic handbrakes are being equipped by car manufacturers on many different models. Photo: Ba Hung

Just gently press the accelerator to "release" the electronic handbrake

Normally, when using a car, the driver often "releases" the electronic handbrake by pressing and holding the brake pedal. Then, depending on the design of each car model, the driver will press or pull the electric handbrake button to release the brake. The handbrake will be released automatically.

However, there is a simpler way to release the electronic handbrake without having to pull or press the electronic handbrake control button. Specifically, on some current car models, the driver only needs to shift the gear lever to D, then gently press the accelerator, the electronic handbrake will be released automatically. After that, the car can be driven immediately without having to press the electric handbrake button again.

On some current car models, the driver only needs to shift the gear lever to D, then lightly press the accelerator pedal, the electronic handbrake will be released. Photo: Ba Hung

With this method, the driver must fasten the seat belt. Then, the electronic handbrake can be released by pressing the accelerator pedal. However, the accelerator should only be pressed lightly. Wait until the electric car's parking brake is fully released (about 1 - 2 seconds), then slowly press the accelerator to move the car.

Can be used as an emergency brake system

Car brakes are a system that rarely fails if regularly maintained. However, in the unfortunate event of brake failure, the driver can hold the electronic handbrake button to reduce speed until the car comes to a complete stop.

In case the brakes fail, the driver can hold the electronic handbrake button to reduce speed. Photo: Ba Hung

This method will not cause the rear brake to lock up like a conventional mechanical handbrake. However, this method is only recommended for emergency use for safety reasons.

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