What's Going On With Your Brakes?
There are no hard and fast rules of how often people should check their brakes. Conscientious drivers will have them checked before a long trip or forecast of extreme weather conditions like heavy snow, ice, or sleet. However, drivers rarely think about their brakes before the rainy season. Yet, according to the Federal Highway Administration, about fifty percent of weather-related crashes happen due to rain. So, if rain is headed your way, be sure to schedule a brake repair for safer driving.
Here are a few tips about when to look for timely brake repair:
1. If you feel something is wrong when braking, schedule an inspection immediately.
2. Don't rely on your own inspection, as the proper inspection necessitates lifting the car and removing parts. So that the appropriate brake repair is taken care of in a timely manner, be sure to have inspections done on a regular basis.
3. Don't depend on the number of miles driven to estimate the condition of your brakes. Other factors that affect the condition of your brakes are your driving habits and road conditions.
When you go for brake repair, remember that only changing the pads might not be enough. A good repair job should include brake fluid replacement and brake mechanism readjustment. If parts are to be replaced, make sure they meet the OEM requirements.
Speaking of rain. You should drive slowly, maintain a greater distance from the cars in front of you, and avoid puddles and standing water if possible. One of the risks of driving in the rain is hydroplaning (your tires lose traction because of the water). If you hydroplane, ease your foot off the gas, steer in the direction you are hydroplaning and gently squeeze the brake to slow the vehicle down until it regains traction. In a dangerous situation like this, you will be glad that you have taken the time for proper brake repair.
For answers to your questions about brakes, contact our ASE-certified technicians at Rebel Automotive for more information about brake repair and to schedule an appointment. Our auto shop serves vehicle owners in Henderson, NV, Las Vegas, NV, and North Las Vegas, NV.
There are no hard and fast rules of how often people should check their brakes. Conscientious drivers will have them checked before a long trip or forecast of extreme weather conditions like heavy snow, ice, or sleet. However, drivers rarely think about their brakes before the rainy season. Yet, according to the Federal Highway Administration, about fifty percent of weather-related crashes happen due to rain. So, if rain is headed your way, be sure to schedule a brake repair for safer driving.
Here are a few tips about when to look for timely brake repair:
1. If you feel something is wrong when braking, schedule an inspection immediately.
2. Don't rely on your own inspection, as the proper inspection necessitates lifting the car and removing parts. So that the appropriate brake repair is taken care of in a timely manner, be sure to have inspections done on a regular basis.
3. Don't depend on the number of miles driven to estimate the condition of your brakes. Other factors that affect the condition of your brakes are your driving habits and road conditions.
When you go for brake repair, remember that only changing the pads might not be enough. A good repair job should include brake fluid replacement and brake mechanism readjustment. If parts are to be replaced, make sure they meet the OEM requirements.
Speaking of rain. You should drive slowly, maintain a greater distance from the cars in front of you, and avoid puddles and standing water if possible. One of the risks of driving in the rain is hydroplaning (your tires lose traction because of the water). If you hydroplane, ease your foot off the gas, steer in the direction you are hydroplaning and gently squeeze the brake to slow the vehicle down until it regains traction. In a dangerous situation like this, you will be glad that you have taken the time for proper brake repair.
For answers to your questions about brakes, contact our ASE-certified technicians at Rebel Automotive for more information about brake repair and to schedule an appointment. Our auto shop serves vehicle owners in Henderson, NV, Las Vegas, NV, and North Las Vegas, NV.
