Despite being such a vital part of a car's anatomy, many drivers don't know how brake systems work or the difference between the two most common types: disc and drum. Both types of brakes rely on ...

Servicing brakes 25 years ago required few decisions other than choosing a mechanic. Disc and drum brakes used only two types of friction materials—semimetallic and asbestos. The mechanic simply ...

It was about being able to stop the car from, say, 180mph down the Mulsanne. With the drum brakes most would fade and you’d end up going down the escape road because you’d ran out of brakes.

Brake pads are among the most crucial components of a car that are considered normal wear items to maintain. Since brake pads create the friction that helps slow your car down when you press the ...

The Leed Brakes kits for Fox-platform Mustangs are split into two broad categories: You can maintain your car’s original four-lug (4x118mm bolt circle) configuration if you want a factory look ...

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