Brake fluid is important stuff, because without it you’d almost certainly end up in a ditch. Backwards. To avoid that, look after it and change it regularly…
Whether your car has a petrol or diesel engine, or no engine at all, eventually your car’s brake pads will go. Brakes are a concern for all drivers, and over time the rubber on the pads will wear thin, exposing the shim underneath.
The brakes are probably the most important system, and due to the difficult job they do and how often they are used, they are most likely to wear and need service. Even when working properly your brakescan suddenly start making disconcerting noises or develop a shudder. Modern cars use power assist...
Dual master cylinders have two separate chambers that separate the front and rear brake circuits. This type of system prevents the total loss of braking action in the event of brake fluid loss.
If you're a little more 'hands on' than most and want to tackle some do-it-yourself jobs on your car or truck, choosing the correct Drum brake and Hardware for your car or truck is a great place to start.
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There are few things more embarrassing than a car that squeals loudly every time you press the brake pedal. Passers-by stare at you, and in traffic it's incredibly irritating. If your car is afflicted, here's how to deal with it…...
Many modern cars come with really smart looking alloy wheels. The downside of this is that their open-spoked design often shows off a set of rusty looking brakes behind. But help is at hand as we show you what you can do about it!
If you're faced with brake issues and think that one or more of your calipers could be seized on fear not – read on to find out how you can diagnose it, and what you need to do next… ...
You may never have really considered how your brakes work, other than knowing that pressing the middle pedal makes the car come to a halt. But it's always worth understanding how the they actually function, so we look at the component parts and how they work together.
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There are several different types of brake fluid, but they are grouped under two headings: those that are glycol-based and those that are based on silicone.
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