Glossary / General

handbrake

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A handbrake is the lever you pull in the middle of a car to keep it from rolling when it's parked. It’s different from the regular brakes you use while driving.

Technical Definition

A handbrake, also called a parking brake, is a secondary braking system that locks the wheels to keep a vehicle stationary when parked.

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Also Known As

handbreak

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