Hit the brakes. Hear anything? You shouldn’t. Braking noise indicates a problem. Screeching, grinding or pulsating noises can indicate worn brake pads or damaged components. Noise doesn’t always occur when braking, either; a persistent squealing while driving down the road is a warning from your worn brake pads. Visit your service mechanic immediately to keep […]

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It’s a good day when your car starts. It’s a better day when it stops. Your brakes work hard for you, but they’re not one-size-fits-all.  Brake pads are made of many different materials and come in “grades” specially fitted to your car in order to provide you with a sensitive and comfortable range of stopping […]

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