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Originally Posted by Azimech

Keep in mind the pneumatic brake system of a truck is very complex and redundant, with two pressure gauges which a driver is trained to check and act upon. All (competent and awake) drivers will stop the truck before the brakes kick in, at a safe location with opportunity to warn the traffic behind him. I had to learn this stuff.

If a car loses all power and starts braking, it could be at an unsafe spot, without emergency and brake lights. That could lead to utter disaster, especially on a dark, wet road (in a corner, on a downwards slope, etc.)

Sure, but have to have a plan. What is it?