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How Do Air Brakes Work?

Trucks, buses, trailers and semi-trailers use air brakes, which provide several advantages to these larger vehicles. But how do air brakes work?

If you know how to change brake pads yourself, you can spend a few hours in the garage and save yourself a trip to the shop. Here are some tips.

A brake booster helps bring your vehicle to a safe stop. There are three types of systems with various ways of slowing your vehicle. Learn more here.

How Often Should Brake Pads Be Replaced? It depends on a number of factors, from materials to the way you drive. Read on to learn more.

Your brakes are the most important safety feature on your car. Learn here what brake calipers do and how to keep them in top shape.

If you’re maintaining your own brakes, then you will have to bleed them at some point. Here’s what you need to know to gravity bleed brakes.

Is your car telling you it’s time for a brake job? Are you thinking of taking the leap of doing your own DIY brake job? Whether you are dealing with … Continue Reading Getting Ready For Your First DIY Brake Job: 4 Tips For Success

Here’s a quick guide to diagnose and repair your soft brake pedal and keep your ride and your loved ones safe.

How much do new brakes cost? The price of brake replacement can vary greatly depending on a number of factors. Learn more here.

What’s that sound? It could be your brakes begging for a cleaning. Here we will look at how to use brake cleaner safely.