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A car with automatic braking. Automatic braking systems are becoming more common on modern cars. Here's everything you need to know about them.

Posted April 19, 2019 Know How

What Is an Auto Braking System?

An auto braking system is among the top driver-assist technologies of our day. By 2022, they’ll even be standard on all new cars.

A hand-operated parking brake in a classic car. Engaging your car's parking brake when you're done driving is a precautionary step that can hold your vehicle in place.

Posted March 18, 2019 Know How

How Does the Parking Brake Work?

How does the parking brake work? It is separate from the main brake system and it’s what secures your car in place when the transmission is placed in park.

Posted March 12, 2019 Know How

Know-How Notes: All About Flywheel and Brake Rotor Turning

In the day of remove and replace vehicle maintenance, turning rotors and flywheels has become a forgotten option. Sometimes, replacement is the only solution, but basic service and maintenance of … Continue Reading Know-How Notes: All About Flywheel and Brake Rotor Turning

A car's parking brake. Driving with your parking brake on could potentially ruin your car's rear brakes and require you to replace the components. Here's what happens if you forget to disengage your parking brake before going for a drive.

Posted March 5, 2019 Know How

Drove With the Parking Brake On Accidentally: Now What?

You accidentally drove with the parking brake on, now what do you do? Here’s what the parking brake does and what can happen if you forget to disengage it.

Posted February 12, 2019 Know How

3 Brake Innovation Technologies to Love This Valentine’s Day

Brake innovation technologies include adaptive cruise control, brake-by-wire and one-pedal driving. What’s not to love about these features?

Disc brakes on a Lamborghini. Modern vehicles use disc and drum brakes. Here are the differences between the two, including the pros and cons of each respective system.

Posted February 6, 2019 Know How

Disc vs. Drum Brakes: Pros and Cons

Wondering what the differences are between disc vs. drum brakes? Here are the pros and cons of each.

Posted January 30, 2019 Know How

3 Smart Tips For Brake Pad Replacement

Knowing when it’s time for a brake pad replacement can save you a significant amount of money when it comes to maintaining your car. It’s best to wait until they’ve served their last useful mile and you’ve received maximum value from each set, but if you go too long, you run the risk of damaging other brake components…

Posted January 24, 2019 Maintenance

What Is a Disc Brake Rotor and What Does It Do To Stop Your Car?

Brake rotor replacement is something every driver eventually faces, and it helps to understand a little about how this component fits into your car’s braking ecosystem so you can make smart choices when talking to your mechanic. Brake rotors are some of the most durable parts on your car, but over time the stress of daily driving takes a toll, even on steel…

Posted December 26, 2018 Maintenance

Inside A NAPA Brake Package

Brake jobs are necessary part of automobile ownership. Whether you take your ride to a NAPA AutoCare Center or prefer to handle the task yourself, a NAPA Brake Package is … Continue Reading Inside A NAPA Brake Package

A clean automobile brake attached to a car sits with its components exposed.

Posted November 21, 2018 Know How

Car Brake Cleaning Tips

The squealing sound of the disc brakes is often caused by brake dust. To fix this, try these car brake cleaning tips.