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drum brakes

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These are the older type of brakes that use a drum inside the wheel; they’re not as good at stopping fast or in wet conditions.

Technical Definition

Drum brakes are a braking system where brake shoes press against the inside of a rotating drum to slow the vehicle; they were common in older cars but are less efficient than modern disc brakes.

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