Have you ever noticed your brakes making that dreadful, high-pitched squealing noise and wondered why it was there? For the driver that has a general understanding of car maintenance, you may know that this noise indicates that your brake pads are nearing the end of their useful life. There can actually be several reasons why …
If you’re a fan of sports cars, or maybe even own one yourself, chances are you recognize that upgraded rotors are important — even if you may not realize why. Having slotted rotors is also an upgrade that you can do to many cars, but if you don’t understand what about these altered rotors gives …
Depending on which state you live in, you may have been subjected to the state vehicle inspection process. States like California and New York measure the emissions output from your exhaust, much to the chagrin of those of us who like to modify our cars and truck for performance. While keeping our environment clear by …
Next to checking your oil and tires, one of the most vital maintenance tasks is looking after your brakes. If brake pads wear too much, not only does stopping safely become more difficult, you risk damaging the rotors themselves. But even with modern brake technology, sometimes the pads just don’t wear evenly. However, sometimes that’s …
Automatic Emergency Braking Systems, or AEB Sytems, are a good thing when they work as anticipated. Otherwise, they can provide a false sense of security to a driver or possibly even create a bigger driving hazard. The AEB systems are being adopted by more and more auto manufacturers such as Acura, Audi, BMW, Chevrolet, Ford, Volkswagen, Volvo, …
The recent quarantine has caused many people to lose their jobs or begin working from home. For whatever reason, fewer people are driving their cars than they normally are, and while that’s decreased traffic by a lot. While that may seem ideal for many people, this can also cause some minor problems with your vehicle …
Sure, it’s impressive when a car can accelerate quickly, but stopping is just as, if not more important. Inspecting your brakes is a regular part of vehicle maintenance. But all the checkups in the world won’t matter if you’re not using those brakes correctly in the first place. The most effective braking strategy In a recent …
Of all the regular maintenance items your car or truck requires, brakes are perhaps the most vital non-engine component. Especially now that so many cars come with automatic emergency braking. Many owners know to regularly inspect and change their brake pads. However, it’s also important to pay attention to your brake rotors. After all, the …
When it comes to pickup truck safety features, most consumers tend to focus on airbags, seat belts, and crumple zones. But truck safety involves more than just those. There are the risks associated with going over payload capacity, for one. However, there’s one more thing that isn’t always considered: a pickup truck’s brakes. But as …
