Perhaps less publicised, but of no less importance to a vehicle’s braking system, is the humble brake hose. These perform a simple yet deeply important function: the transfer of brake fluid to the bra ...

Workshops can often forget the essentials when it comes to servicing of braking components, so this reminder from First Line should provide a timely jog to the memory. ...

Lee Quinney, ACDelco’s General Manager, examines the differences in design and function of the various replacement brake pad types. ...

A number of changes have been made to the brake performance test, so it’s important that test stations understand how to carry these out accurately. For this example we’ll be using a conventional roll ...

Author: Michael Flensborg, UK Sales & Marketing Director of Remy Automotive ...

Choosing the appropriate brake fluid, according to vehicle needs is crucial. It is just as important to check brake fluid regularly and, when moisture content is too high, to replace it.  Testing brake ...

According to research conducted by the company, TRW suggests that only 2% (4.2 million) of the European car parc changes parts, such as handbrake cables, on an annual basis; thus, potentially putting ...

Ferodo's garage research confirms that brake noise is one of the most common reasons for customers to bring their cars back for rectification. Here we show some of the key steps involved with avoiding ...

Over the years, the ‘Apec approach’ has helped us to build on a reputation for providing, quality, value and service to our customers. As a company, our view has always been that with critical compone ...

Brake discs are safety parts, and, as such, they should be treated with the utmost care during the installation procedure. Although mounting a rear brake disc with integrated bearing is fairly simple, ...

CAUSE: INCORRECT FITTING POSITION (TOP PICTURE = OK; PICTURE BELOW = NOT OK)                               EVIDENCE: VISIBLE IMPRINTS/TRACES ON THE BACKING PLATE ...

The most recent addition to MEYLE’s range of brake parts are platinum disc brakes. These feature a special zinc coating which provides exceptionally long-lasting corrosion protection in comparison wit ...