The front and rear distribution of braking power. The brake bias should match the traction of the vehicle while braking.

Alternative spelling of handbrake

plural of air brake

plural of parking brake

plural of emergency brake

The useful horsepower of an engine as measured at its drive shaft.

plural of brake horsepower

A brake that normally operates under pressure, but engages fully when all pressure is released.

plural of deadman's brake

the pedal in a vehicle, usually a car, which operates the brakes