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 ...

If you’re looking for a brake pad set that delivers consistent, even braking throughout the life of the pad, then the Wagner QuickStop ZD1161 Rear Disc Brake Pad Set is worth considering.

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 ...

Leed Brakes and Summit Racing now offering 20 new rear disc brake conversion kits for 1979–1992 Mustangs starting as low as ...

Learn why replacing brake pads and rotors together ensures peak performance and safety for your vehicle’s braking system.

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...