Brake fluid is the unseen messenger inside your braking system. Every time you press the pedal, hydraulic pressure travels ...

The new electrical architecture allows multiple onboard systems to respond together during real-world driving conditions.

You don’t have to be the sharpest tool on the tree or the brightest bulb in the drawer to figure out that the brake is a ...

Knowing a few precise mechanic terms can turn a confusing estimate into a clear conversation and keep you from paying for work you do not need. By understanding what these 14 concepts actually mean, ...

Sudden brake failure is, fortunately, a fairly rare occurrence. When it happens, it’s usually due to catastrophic loss of brake fluid. As I wrote about here, every car sold in the United States since ...

Modern vehicles are equipped with a network of sensors and electronic control units that continuously monitor operating conditions. When the brake warning light illuminates, the system has detected an ...

Imagine getting up in the morning for that road trip that you have planned for weeks only to start your car and see your brake light show up on the dashboard. It might be tempting to think that angry ...

Salvage yards often document the mileage of major parts, and a mechanic should inspect a used transmission before installation. Intermittent warning lights, like for traction control, may indicate a ...

Ford is recalling nearly 500,000 vehicles over a brake fluid leak that extends how much time it takes the brakes to kick in – raising the risk of a crash. The rear brake hose may rupture and leak ...