In Ukrainian driving safety, how should a driver prevent brake fade when descending long mountain declines in the Carpathians?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: D. Shift into a lower gear to utilize engine braking and apply the foot brake intermittently

  1. Step 1: Under Ukrainian Traffic Regulations (PDR) and vehicle safety standards, Lower gear selection exploits engine compression, relieving service brakes of continuous thermal stress. Answer: Shift into a lower gear to use engine braking and apply the foot brake intermittently. Why not the others: Coast in neutral gear with the engine switched off does not represent the statutory Ukrainian safety requirement.

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