Man 1:“The auto brake system is unable to obey commands!” (spare volume)”
EvangelionFan: It's a weak line on the surfance, but in its excellent delivery matching Ritsuko's pained face we're shown a side of her that won't become clearer until much later in the series.
thewayneiac: Yes. It's an early hint as to her feelings for Gendo.
Azathoth: Come to think of it, why isn't Gendo standing back? I mean, I realize he's a badass, but just standing there while your demented giant robot surrogate child hauls away at you is beyond hardcore.