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Brakes are unnecessary even on fossil cars with manual transmission due to engine braking.

The only time you need brakes is keeping still and emergencies.

I just had my 2012 Volt rear brake discs replaced due to corrosion. The discs were almost unused but too corroded to pass inspection.



Not really sure why you're being downvoted, engine braking is a perfectly fine way to slow your car as long as it's done in a safe manner.


Sounds like good old fashioned drum brakes would be better!




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