Known as the electronic parking brake or electric handbrake, the technology first appeared in the early 2000s, in cars such ...

One reason you should use your parking brake is that it operates independently of your car’s electrical system. “This mechanical system uses cables that are attached to the emergency brake lever.

Pulling Handbrake While Parking Car: The handbrake is also known as the parking brake or ... Handbrake System The handbrake system consists of a lever or button, a cable or electronic actuator ...