Is the '08 going with a foot parking brake? I am very used to a hand brake (always drove stick in foreign cars) and get the impression that a foot parking brake is somewhat of an afterthought and the reason so many people don't use the parking brake. I would not like a car with one of those as it would not feel right (personal preference).

My parking brake needed adjustment at the first oil change because it would not hold. It does creep an inch or so when I use it on a slope, but seems to hold now as long as I pull it fairly hard. I've complained about its bad feel in other posts (it often makes a clunk when I use it and the travel is not smooth).

Another question: I think that the Mazda Tribute is also made at the same factory. Any of these share the same drive shafts?

Cheers,

rcomeau