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 ...

Lighter and sexier than steel rotors, you won’t appreciate carbon ceramic brakes’ ultimate party trick until you’ve owned a ...

which subsequently pushes the pads against the brake disc (also called the brake rotor) or drum that rotates with the wheel, it is in every driver's best interests—as well as that of their ...

disc and drum. Both types of brakes rely on hydraulic power and friction to stop your car, but they do so using distinct technology and have different levels of mechanical resistance. While drum ...

Rating disc against drum brakes has been an argument among some motorists and mechanics for a while now, with both groups finding themselves on the fence; influenced by their experiences.

In disc-brake systems, a caliper is a set of metal jaws that clamps down on a wheel’s brake disc, or rotor, when the driver applies the brakes. The caliper presses brake pads against either side ...

The documentary revolves around an interview with Dewis and the process and risks he, Jaguar, Mintex took to make disc brakes work on cars. We sat down with Dewis to find out a little bit more ...

Screw the pin firmly in, and make sure the new pads are flush against the pistons. Before installing the caliper, use brake cleaner to clean the disc. Work on the carrier first using brake ...