What’s Up With Those Old Drum Brakes?
Some people don’t just roll old school — they stop old school, too. With drum brakes.
10 Ways Your Car Is Warning That You Need Brake Service
Brakes are often overlooked and taken for granted until you have a significant problem on your hands. When it comes to the most important safety mechanism on your vehicle, letting … Continue Reading 10 Ways Your Car Is Warning That You Need Brake Service
Behind The Curve: Why Are Brake Pads Shaped Like That?
Looking at disc brakes, have you ever wondered about brake pad size, shape and form? Most brake pads are shaped as a sector of a circle since brake rotors are circular, but what about slots, grooves or angles that are cut into them?
Traction Control Brake Pad Use: What’s Eating Up Your Brakes On The Track?
Traction control brake pad use is a serious concern on the race track. We break down the basics for you.
Types of Brake Fluids Explained
Here’s what you need to know about the different types of brake fluids and when it may be time to change or refill those fluids.
Parking Brake vs. Emergency Brake: What’s the Difference?
Let’s take a look at a parking brake vs. emergency brake to understand how these systems are designed to operate and why they have different names.
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.
What Is an Auxiliary Brake?
Wondering “what is an auxiliary brake?” We break down the basics for you.
Brake Bleeding Basics
The process of removing air from the hydraulic brake system is called bleeding. Air is compressible, and any air in the system will be compressed during brake application, causing a … Continue Reading Brake Bleeding Basics
Changing Brake Pads: Should You Do It All At Once?
When changing brake pads, should you do all four wheels at once? The answer depends on your driving style, but changing the front two is more common.