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Is It Better to Use the Handbrake for Hill Starts?

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Is it better to use the handbrake for hill starts or not? How many of us have asked this question after leaving driving school and obtaining our licence? We are often told that the procedure for tackling a steep hill is to pull the handbrake, gently press the accelerator and clutch, then release the handbrake and set off. But is this really functional, or do we risk damaging the car? Well, no, this procedure, if executed correctly, does not put the car under strain and does not damage the handbrake.

However, it is important to fully understand how to perform a hill start without the aid of the handbrake; the video below shows you step by step how to do it. Don't worry if you struggle at first; no one is born with a licence in hand.


Updated on 3 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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