Like an oil change, replacing your car’s brake pads is a do-it-yourselfer’s rite of passage—the next scout badge, the hard-earned promotion, the leveling up of a wrencher. But not everyone has an ...

There are many crucially important systems in your car that help it work correctly, but arguably none are more crucial than its brakes. They’re tasked with safely bringing your vehicle to a stop ...

Your car is a big expensive machine that, over its life, will cost you a ton in maintenance. If you learn to do some of those jobs yourself, you can save a ton of cash. Replacing your brake pads, for ...

What Affects the Lifespan of Brake Pads? Brake pad life varies greatly and depends on vehicle type, driving style, and operating conditions. Here are some more details on factors impacting brake pad ...

Are you hearing that dreaded squeal or feeling a vibration when braking? Here's how to know whether your rotors need replacing or can just be resurfaced.

In an ideal setting where the sky's the limit in terms of budget and labor costs, replacing the brake rotors or brake discs when changing the brake pads is highly recommended. The brake rotors in your ...

Just as your gas mileage will vary depending on where and how you drive, so it goes with the life of brake pads (or brake shoes), the friction material that gets pressed against a metal disc (rotor) ...

Last month we introduced our latest project, a '64 Dodge Polara hardtop, which we'll be transforming into a street/strip car that will ultimately run in the Nostalgia Super Stock drag racing class.

We earn commissions from purchases you make using links in our articles. Learn more. Buying the best brake pads you can afford will help you stay safe on the roads. When it comes to maintenance items ...

Like many things to do with car ownership, a car’s brakes are more than just a crucial safety issue, they can also make up a significant part of monthly running costs. So, how much to replace brake ...

Ensuring safety while driving should be a top priority, and the role of the brakes is crucial in this matter. An integral part of the braking system is the brake pads, which are engineered to slow ...