handbrake turn
Plural
handbrake turns
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a driving maneuver where a vehicle quickly pivots around its rear wheels by locking the rear wheels and turning sharply
A handbrake turn is a driving technique where the driver uses the handbrake, also known as the emergency brake, to quickly make a sharp turn. This is often done to make the car spin or slide, usually by pulling the handbrake while turning the steering wheel. The handbrake locks the rear wheels temporarily, causing them to lose grip and allowing the car to slide into a turn. It is commonly used in motorsports, such as rally racing, to navigate tight corners or make fast maneuvers. It requires skill and control to avoid losing control of the vehicle.
- Performing a handbrake turn requires precise timing and coordination between the driver's hands and feet.
- Drivers often use handbrake turns in situations where they need to make a sudden change in direction, such as evading an obstacle.
- Rally drivers are skilled at executing handbrake turns to navigate tight corners at high speeds.
- In movies, action scenes sometimes feature cars performing dramatic handbrake turns to add excitement to chase sequences.
- Learning to control a car during a handbrake turn takes practice and understanding of vehicle dynamics.