How can you use your vehicle’s engine as a brake?

A: By changing to a lower gear

B: By selecting reverse gear

C: By changing to a higher gear

D: By selecting neutral gear

When driving on downhill stretches of road, selecting a lower gear gives increased engine braking. This will prevent excessive use of the brakes, which become less effective if they overheat.

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