When I drive in the US, I use the "emergency brake" when I park on hills, just to make sure the car doesn't roll anywhere after I've parked it. (who knows, it could go for a joy ride w/out me and what fun would that be??)
However, whenever we stop to park anywhere here, we use that same break. No matter where I park... on a hill, in a parking garage, or in a driveway (sometimes those are really inclined!). Perhaps that's why it's called the "hand brake" here. It's used more often than just for 'emergencies'.
I don't know why I'll pull the break here as soon as I park, but I've never done it in the states. Kinda odd.
(oh, and to give full credit, it was first the wonderful hubby who noticed this unusual phenomena. pretty perceptive.)
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that is really strange! I have to admit I can't remember the last time I used the parking brake. Is your behavior different there because you saw a native do it? or is it only Kendra? :D
I used the 'hand brake' just this morning. ;-) I'm not really sure why I do it. I think most locals use it when they park (everyone I can think of does), so I'm guessing I got it from them. But... it could just be some subliminal message that occurs during the trans-pacific flight. :D
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