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by janaagaard 320 days ago
> And depending how you drive you might not use friction brakes at all.

I’ve been told that should remember to use your friction brakes once in a while, to keep them in shape. Is this still true with cars that have effective engine brakes?

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It is still true and it is a big deal on EVs which are using calipers instead of drums for braking; i.e. Tesla. Problem is that their brake calipers would rust (due to lack of usage) and then seize on major braking and would not disengage anymore.

Use it or lose it kind of situation with brakes on EVs