Brake Job: 2015-Current Chevy Trax, Buick Encore
The Chevy Trax and Buick Encore are considered sub-compact crossovers based on a car platform. The platform GM chose was the Gamma platform used for the Aveo and Sonic.
FMSI, US Government Agencies Send Strong Message To Counterfeit Brake Importers
The Friction Material Standards Institute (FMSI) has been working with officials at the U.S. Customs, Border Patrol and Homeland Security to identify counterfeit brake products and companies who violate FMSI’s intellectual property rights ahead of the 2019 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX).
Brake Parts Inc Receives Benchmark Award From United Way
The company has raised more than $272,000 for Greater McHenry County.
Brake Bias: The Next Move Is Yours
Our crack research team at Babcox Media recently completed an annual readership study of shops that subscribe to Brake & Front End magazine. “Finding and hiring qualified technicians” ranked as a key concern by 59% of survey respondents, said Editorial Director Doug Kaufman.
JohnDow’s EuroVent Introduces New Heavy-Duty Motorized Hose Reel System
A properly designed and installed system will reduce energy consumption and air loss with a guaranteed removal of harmful exhaust fumes from larger commercial vehicles, said the company.
Brake Job: BMW 1-Series (2008-2013)
The BMW 1-Series might be the least expensive BMW, but it shares a lot of the procedures that are common when it comes to servicing brakes on larger BMWs.
Dill Unveils Digital Inflator With Stainless Steel Hose
Dill’s stainless steel version of the 7260 includes an auto on/off feature and each unit is assembled and tested in the U.S.
GM Tech Tip: Uneven Brake Wear
During a brake inspection, some complaints of uneven front brake pad wear have been reported. The vehicle may have low mileage, typically around 10K miles. The inner pad on either the front left or right side may be worn out.
Brake Job: 2006-2014 Honda Ridgeline
You might assume that the Honda Ridgeline shares a lot of the same components as the Pilot. Aside from the general proportions, the Ridgeline is a different vehicle made in a different plant. The brakes on the Ridgeline are robust and have very few problems with noise or pulsation. Where the service issues can be found are with the parking brake and hydraulics.
Measuring Brake Pedals And Pads
On a mechanical level, it is easy to understand how brakes work. We all understand that brake fluid transfers force from one hydraulic component to another. But, how does this apply to how a brake pedal feels? This is where math is required.
