Buying a used vehicle can seem like a daunting and complicated process, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t steps you can take to make the experience as smooth and painless as possible for you and your wallet. One of the most beneficial things you can do during the buying process is getting pre-purchase inspections (PPIs). […]
Not many sounds from your vehicle are as ear-piercing and uncomfortable as a squealing noise from your brakes. Not only does this noise sound as unpleasant as nails on a chalkboard, but it’s also likely warning you of an issue in your brake system. In this article, we’ll cover the common causes of brake squeaking, […]
If you’re noticing that your brake pedal feels unresponsive, spongy, or even sinking to the floor of your footwell, it likely means there’s an issue within your braking system causing a loss of hydraulic pressure. Your brakes operate using hydraulic fluid to transfer and amplify forces from the pedal to the caliper of the brakes, […]
Losing traction in your vehicle can be one of the most frightening feelings, as you temporarily lose full control and ability to maneuver the car. While this can happen in any road condition, weather plays the largest factor in your vehicle’s ability to gain traction. When rain hits the streets, it creates a thin top […]
Car brakes have progressed far compared to the wooden block braking systems of old, becoming much safer and more efficient. In modern times, only two types of brakes see widespread use in roadgoing vehicles: drum and disc brakes. While both operate on similar principles and hydraulic assistance, both designs have pros and cons that make […]