Dear Tom, Every time I hit the brake pedal, my brakes make this awful high-pitched squeal. When I stop at a light I get stares from people. It’s embarrassing! I just had the brakes done last month, so ...

A brake caliper is a vital part of the vehicle's braking system. It is pivotal in decelerating the wheels and bringing the vehicle to a halt. Let us understand their structure and function in detail.

Cold morning brake squeal usually comes from normal physics and normal brake materials, not an imminent failure. Overnight ...

The problem: Affected vehicles may exhibit a squeaking or grinding sound from the rear brakes, which may be caused by a prematurely worn-out rear brake pad. The outer brake pad will show severe wear, ...

Replacing brake calipers, pads, and rotors is a straightforward task on most cars. If you’re even slightly competent and confident with tools, this is generally a task you can take on yourself. That ...