Its automatic emergency brake system has impressed insurers, who have reduced its ratings - a move that could save up to 50 a year.

In addition, you should have your brake system (pads, discs, callipers, pipes and hoses) examined, because lack of use can lead to seizing of mechanical parts.

After the operator disengaged the manual brake system, the train left the station and began the 70-foot climb up the lift hill.

Four additional shuttle valves connect the pneumatic system to the brake system for emergency braking.

The accident was sufficient to condemn in the most scathing terms those who were responsible for the inefficient brake system.