Using the e-brake does take the load off of your transmission. You should be using it for both automatic and manual transmission.
For me though, I always put e-brake on in a manual transmission car. On an automatic, usually not. Only time that I'll always put it on is when the e-brake is located beside the seat because it is easy to access. If the e-brake is located in the footwell, then I only use it if I have to.
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