Welcome to winter in Cleveland, where the streets are slick, and the snow is thick. You don’t want to wait until you’re sliding through a stop sign to find out your brakes could use some work.  ..read more

You’re driving along, minding your business, when you lightly press on the brake and ease into a left turn. Then you hear it. Squeaaaaal ..read more

Your car’s brakes are your first line of defense when it comes to avoiding crashes on the road. In fact, 300,000 car accidents in the U.S. every year are due to brake failure. Keep yourself and others safe by staying on top of brake maintenance and getting them changed when recommended by the manufacturer ..read more

Your car’s brakes are the first line of defense against a dangerous situation while driving. In fact, brake failure is responsible for 22% of car accidents in the US each year. That’s why it’s so important to bring your vehicle in for repair as soon as you notice any grinding, squealing or softness while braking ..read more

You’re going about your day when you see it: the check engine light. Your heart sinks as you wonder what big repair bill is waiting for you.  ..read more

Shaking is great for martinis, but not so much for cars. When cars shake, it oftentimes begins subtly and then continues to get worse. At first, you might not notice it or you might think you can ignore it, but that’s a risky approach; if you don’t know what is causing the problem, you don’t know how much additional damage is being done by letting it go. There’s a pretty lengthy list of reasons your car might be shaking, so let’s look at seven common reasons this might be happening ..read more

For many drivers, brake pads are an afterthought. You generally don’t think about them until you need new ones, and then choosing the right brake pads for your vehicle and driving style can be confusing ..read more

Have you ever heard of a brake fluid flush? What is it? Do you really need one ..read more

Whoever said "stop stopping yourself" apparently wasn't behind the wheel of a 2-ton vehicle at the time. After all, when it comes to cars, being able to stop is just as important as being able to start. And how do you stop a car? Well, there are multiple ways — but the safest one is with brakes. Which begs the question: How much do you really know about brakes? And how do you know when they need repaired? The modern brake system is composed of many parts, and each has its own function, lifespan and sign that it needs to be replaced. Whether your car has disc brakes or drum brakes, if you don ..read more

Are your brakes making a loud grinding sound when you push down the pedal? If so, don’t ignore it. You should call your mechanic immediately and have your brakes inspected. Continuing to drive when your brakes are grinding could cause an even more serious problem ..read more