Why Brake Pads and Rotors Should be Replaced Together
Brake pads and rotors should always be replaced in pairs. Pairing new pads with worn rotors could cause a lack of proper surface contact between the pads and rotors, resulting in noise, vibration, or less-than-peak stopping performance. While there are different schools of thought on this paired part replacement, at ADVICS, our technicians always recommend
Benefits of Using Brake Parts Designed to Work Together
When replacing brake system components, it might seem like using compatible parts from any manufacturer – regardless of brand – should get the job done. However, for the safest brake job with the best performance, it’s always best to use parts from the same manufacturer, like ADVICS, where our brake pads, brake rotors, hydraulics, calipers
Ceramic vs. Semi-Metallic Brake Pads: How They Work and What They’re Made Of
Your customers rely on their vehicles to get them safely from point A to point B, and they also rely on their brake pads and brake rotors to provide reliable stops each and every time. So how does the vehicle’s friction system work and what role do disc brake pads play? Once you understand how
ADVICS Releases Five New Toyota, Lexus Brake Pads
The expansion adds about 5 million VIO coverage to its existing product offering.
Why Choose Ultra-Premium Brake Fluid?
Brake fluid is a hydraulic fluid that applies braking force to all four of the vehicle’s wheels when the driver presses on the brake pedal. Seems pretty straightforward, right? But did you know that not all brake fluid formulas are created equally, and that some brands deliver better performance than others? So, what does it
How to Address Brake Noise Issues
As a tech, you’re familiar with one of the most common reasons customers bring their vehicles into the shop: unpleasant noise emitted when they press down on the brake pedal. The key to managing brake noise is to first determine where it’s coming from and what could be causing it, which means checking several different
Brake Fluid 101: What Does Brake Fluid Do? What is the Difference Between DOT 3 vs. DOT 4?
When you think about the braking system of a vehicle, you probably think about the major parts you see when removing the wheel: brake pads, rotors, calipers and maybe hydraulics. However, one of the most important parts of the system isn’t visible: brake fluid. Brake fluid comes in several formulations for different applications and plays
Checklist: Winter Brake System Issues to Look Out For
Welcome to January, where much of the United States has begun to experience cold temperatures, snowstorms and icy roads. Depending on where your shop is located, you could be looking at another three months of cold, wet weather, bringing with it the usual wear-and-tear to customers’ vehicles. You know the importance of always performing a
ADVICS Launches 9 New ADVICS OE Rotor Part Numbers
Axle coverage for approximately 10 million vehicles in operation added to ADVICS’ existing rotor program.
ADVICS Launches Nine New ADVICS OE Rotor Part Numbers
Approximately 10 million (VIO) axle coverage added to ADVICS’ existing rotor program.
ADVICS Expands Hyundai, Kia, Genesis Coverage
Expansion includes 67 new brake rotor part numbers.
ADVICS Brand Launches New Packaging Design
New, graphic packaging follows brand changes previously announced by parent company.