On which wheels should the parking brake act?
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The parking brake acts on the rear wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unintentionally when parked.
Explanation
The **parking brake**, also known as the **handbrake**, specifically acts on the **rear wheels** of the vehicle. Its main function is to keep the vehicle stationary when parked.
- The handbrake is a lever operated with the right hand and is designed to lock the rear wheels, ensuring that the vehicle does not move once parked.
- This system is crucial to prevent the vehicle from moving unintentionally, especially on inclined surfaces.
Therefore, it is important to remember that the parking brake does not affect the front wheels or all the wheels, but exclusively the rear ones.
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