Deceleration with the engine, or the so-called "engine brake" is used by many of the more experienced motorists. Here we are talking about cars with a mechanical gearbox, because with automatic transmissions the electronics itself decides when and how much to use it.
Well, the "engine brake" is good to use, but this method also has drawbacks. We are now telling you about the main ones. It is necessary to stop with the help of the engine, but under certain conditions and also taking into account a number of rules.
According to experts, this method leads to a high load on both the transmission and the engine, and with prolonged braking with the engine on a steep incline, the engine can overheat. Using engine braking for too long often also leads to increased wear on the gearbox, especially when used in low gears.
The transmission, like the engine, in this case experiences an excessive load. On slippery roads with this method you can lose control of the car, as this process is different from stopping using the braking system.
But this motor brake relieves the work of the braking system, so experts recommend that if you have a steep and long descent ahead of you, you should use both braking options.