Ch. 6 · Hazardous Areas

When starting on an uphill slope, it is safer to start using only the clutch operation without using the handbrake.

[True / False · Hard]

Answer: ✕ False

Explanation

The Rules of the Road (2) states: "When starting on an uphill slope, use the handbrake whenever possible. If you try to start using only the clutch operation, you may fail and the vehicle may roll backward, colliding with the vehicle behind you." Using the handbrake is recommended.

Driving school curriculumStage 2 – Topic 6: Natural forces acting on vehicles

Hikari
Hikari
I mean, the handbrake feels like extra work. Can't I just use the clutch to hold it?
Misaki
Misaki
That's false. If you rely only on the clutch, you risk stalling and rolling backward into the car behind you. Always use the handbrake on uphills.
Hikari
Hikari
Oh wow, I didn't think about rolling back!
Misaki
Misaki
Exactly. The handbrake keeps you secure while you get the clutch and gas balanced—it's the safe way to start.

Source: Ch. 6 Hazardous Areas · Section (第２節 坂道・カーブ) · １ 坂道・山道 (２)

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