If you are forced to carry out emergency braking, is it advisable to press the brake pedal fully and maintain maximum pressure until the end?

Correct answer

Only if the vehicle has an ABS.

If you are forced to carry out emergency braking, it is advisable to press the brake pedal fully and maintain maximum pressure until the end only if your vehicle is fitted with an anti-lock braking system (ABS). The ABS is designed to prevent the wheels from locking during heavy braking, allowing you to maintain control of the vehicle and make full use of its braking capacity. In vehicles with ABS, when emergency braking you must: Press the clutch pedal fully together with the brake pedal to prevent the engine from stalling and affecting the operation of the ABS. Apply constant, firm pressure to the brake pedal without releasing it. The ABS will modulate the brake-fluid pressure, which may be felt as tapping, vibrations or noises in the pedal.