I called MG a couple of weeks ago, and please note that the brakes on an MG ZS EV are cables,
Of course we are making reference to the handbrake on the MG ZS EV here ???.
If so, then just to clarify, the ZS EV’s handbrake is totally electronic and is operated by two independent actuator motors.
The two motors are bolted to each of the rear brake callipers.
When the handbrake is applied, both of the motors turn and this applies a pressure onto the friction brake pad, which then contacts onto the steel brake disc(s).
You can hear the electric motors engage and release with the handbrake is operated.
The MG ZS ( ICE ) has a manual handbrake and IS therefore operated by cables.
I know this information because one of the actuator motors failed on our ZS EV ( Gen 1 ) and the handbrake could not be release from the N/S/R wheel.
The motor was removed by the guy from the A.A. and it has stripped out the drive spline.
I held the motor in my hand !.
Rear calliper and motor both replaced under warranty, but the job had taken almost four weeks due to the slow delivery of parts from China.
Cost of the parts were under £150 plus about two hours of labour I would think.
Four weeks hire cars cost to MG - Expensive !.