Q: I notice rust forming on disc brake rotors quickly — especially after damp or rainy days. I am concerned about my RV rotors rusting during storage. How much of a problem is this? What should I do ...
Q. My three-year-old Toyota Highlander has 33,000 miles and is still under warranty. The front disc brakes were all rusted, and the dealer said the brake rotor needs to be changed. Apparently, this is ...
Hello, I own a two-year-old Mini, with 11,000 kilometres on it. To my shock, I was told that the brake rotors were rusted and needed replacement. The reason being I was not driving and braking enough.
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A General Motors’ team of global brake experts is helping to make rusty brake rotors history. They have changed the chemical makeup of the components using a process that could double the life of ...
I bought a new ’08 Nissan Maxima. As I was slowing down, I heard noises coming from the front brakes. I went back to the dealer and the service department manager said the front brakes and rotors had ...
Q: I have a 2006 Mustang GT convertible that I bought new. Prior to this year, it was stored inside over the winter. This past winter, I had to store it outside, under a car cover. I noticed this ...
Brake rotors play a vital role in your vehicle's braking system, and it's good to have them cleaned periodically. Here's how to do it at home.
Brakes locking up without warning? Congratulations, you've just experienced the automotive equivalent of your pants getting caught on a doorknob. One minute you're cruising along, singing off-key to ...
Q: In March, I had new front (rotors/pads) and rear (rotors/pads/calipers) brakes installed on my 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme. I am now experiencing a very loud groaning sound from the rear driver ...
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. "I hate how our car's brakes always rust," my parents often tell me when I visit them. They own a 2015 BMW 320i, and they love it. What they ...