[header] How to stop a car with no brakes [title] Don't panic! [step] Overreacting to this situation will only make it more dangerous. [title] Take your foot off the gas and turn off cruise control (if on). [step] Cruise control systems should turn off as soon as you touch the brake or clutch, but to be safe, make sure it's switched off. 
[title] Pay attention to how your brake pedal feels. [step] If it's soft and goes to the floor, you may have low fluid, a faulty master cylinder or problems with your drums or calipers.