If braking to stop, once your car is stationary place a firm pressure on the brake pedal

As your car slows to the speed you want, slightly reduce the pressure on the brake pedal

How to use the brake

The brake is a very sensitive pedal, it only needs minimal pressure applied to it.

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It's very rare that you would ever need to press your brake, all the way to the floor of the car.

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This step by step guide shows you how to use your brake pedal.

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You can read the highway code section, that covers braking, HERE

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The more you understand the theory of braking, the easier you'll find it in practice.