Some heavy trucks are ditching traditional airbrake knobs for electronic switches. Learn how this enhances safety, simplifies systems, and changes the driver experience.

Understanding the signs of worn-out brake pads can help you avoid brake failure. Here are some key indicators: Squealing or Squeaking Sounds. One of the most common signs of worn brake pads is a ...

Remove the old pads and pay attention to the orientation of any guide plates and the wear indicator. The pads are held in with springs and shouldn’t be too difficult to remove, but you can tap ...

Brake pads only have a certain lifespan as the friction material on them gradually wears out from general usage. It’s common for pads to have wear grooves (much like wear indicators on a tyre) ...

Brake pad wear sensors date back more than 40 years. Old-school brake pad sensors were positioned on the inboard pads at each corner of the vehicle. They were designed with a known resistance value ...

That’s likely your brake pads’ wear indicator at work; typically, you’ll find a metallic shim or wear indicator below the main brake pad friction material.

Don't forget about the positioning of the brake pad wear indicator, too. These tiny metal tabs let you know when your pads are done and need replacing. Locate the "leading" edge that makes first ...

The brake pad wear indicator should illuminate a warning light in the dash when the brake pads are running low. In the case of these 2,842 cars, it doesn’t, failing to meet Federal Motor Vehicle ...