Q: I am replacing brake pads on my car that are about 75% worn. The rotors look fine, and the car stops smoothly. Is there anything I need to do to the rotors or other components other than installing ...

If you're replacing your car's brake rotors yourself, using new ones from the auto parts store is ideal for safety — as long as you clean them first.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Folks rarely think about their brake pads. They slap them on there and go about their busy lives. However, brakes are an important part of ...

You're pulling up to a stop sign and your car shakes when braking. As you apply the brakes your car begins to jiggle and shake like it's going over a long patch of corrugated iron. But it's not going ...

Endurance Warranty, Omega Auto Care, Toco Warranty and American Dream Auto Protect Brake rotors are an integral part of a vehicle’s braking system. When you press the brake pedal in a vehicle that has ...

We earn commissions from purchases you make using links in our articles. Learn more. It’s hard to think of a more important automotive component than brakes. The ability to stop your car quickly, ...

Viewer-submitted questions for The Car Doctor: Q: In the past you have recommended factory brake parts, or Wagner or Raybestos brake parts as a quality replacement. I recently saw a list of brake pads ...

Everybody needs brakes. Even a mildly warmed-over 305 Malibu needs to be able to come abruptly to a stop when necessary. You may find your stock brakes are not up to the task, especially if you run ...

Your car brakes are an absolutely crucial part of your car’s performance. That’s why we’re always harping on you to get routine brake service, replace parts that need replacing, and to not ignore the ...

Q: What is the average cost to replace the brake pads and rotors on a 2019 Mazda CX-5 at a non-dealer shop? A: If you came into my fictitious repair shop, expect to pay about $500 for the replacement ...

I’ve made the mistake before of not letting my brakes cool down before working on my car, and the only thing it taught me is that the bite to my hand from the heat of the rotor meant that brakes get ...