Though oft forgotten, brake rotors are an essential part of your car's braking system. They're steel discs that brake pads clamp onto in order to stop the car. Brake rotors are tough enough to ...

If you've ever pulled up to a stoplight and sounded like a city bus with a megaphone, you're not alone. Brake squeal is one of the most common complaints I hear on the show and in the newsletter.

When the brake rotors of your car are warped, it doesn't necessarily mean that the circular discs are bent out of shape. It might feel that way with all the shuddering and vibration when braking, but ...

One thing I've learned after spending too much time and money at car auctions is that the brakes on vehicles I've purchased this way often need replacing. It's striking to see the condition of some ...

The rotors are an integral part of the car’s braking system and the cornerstone of its safety assists, but their high workload at extreme temperatures means they do not last forever, so they should be ...

Anyone who has worked on a car's brakes knows that it can be a dirty job. Grease and brake dust get everywhere, though to some people that's just part of the "fun" of getting your hands dirty while ...

We've previously discussed the possible pros and cons of cross-drilled brake rotors. The supposed upside of cross-drilling was preventing brake fade by improving gas venting of traditional disc brake ...

Previously we discussed possible benefits of cross-drilled disc brake rotors, but there's a downside, particularly on street-driven cars subject to repetitive heating and cooling cycles: it creates ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. As an industrial salesman, Ken Blaisdell found himself looking for ...