# Braking Zone > Braking Zone — motorsport glossary term on TRAACKS. ## Definition The area on the track where a driver applies the brakes before entering a corner. The length and position of the braking zone depend on speed, car performance, tire condition, and weather. Late braking is a common overtaking technique. - **Category**: Track & Circuit - **TRAACKS page**: [https://traacks.club/glossary/braking-zone](https://traacks.club/glossary/braking-zone) ## Related Terms - [Apex](https://traacks.club/glossary/apex) - [Racing Line](https://traacks.club/glossary/racing-line) - [Trail Braking](https://traacks.club/glossary/trail-braking) ## Links - [Full glossary](https://traacks.club/glossary) - [TRAACKS llms.txt](https://traacks.club/llms.txt)