It's probably a safe bet that street rodders tend to pay above-average attention to the maintenance of all their cars. But it's probably an equally safe bet that few of us consider brake fluid as ...

After checking your brake system, if you find that you have a leak or you have to bleed your brakes, you'll have to restore the brake fluid in your master cylinder to its proper level. Here are some ...

The most important fluid in your car is perhaps the most ignored. This article is intended to give you both a sense of what you need to do to make sure your brake fluid is in good shape and will allow ...

Every time you press the pedal, hydraulic pressure travels through this fluid to clamp the brakes at each wheel. If the fluid degrades, absorbs moisture, or boils under heat, that message gets delayed ...

If a child jumped out onto the street in front of your moving vehicle, could you stop in time? That depends on a number of factors, from how far away you are, to the speed you’re driving and how quick ...

Just saw a Globe and Mail newspaper article in the Ontario edition from Mar 18, 2010, that recommends changing brake fluid every two years. Do you still recommend this frequency even with all the ...

Brake fluid is hygroscopic, meaning it attracts water even inside the hydraulic system. This is why all European car manufacturers recommend a brake fluid change interval, usually 1 year or 2 years.

While all the fluids in our vehicles are essential, brake fluid plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and enjoyment of ...

Modern automotive disc brake designs share common features. The primary components are a rotor and caliper. The rotor attaches to the wheel hub and rotates at the same speed as the wheel and tire ...

Q:I have been following your column for the last few years and have picked up several tips. I have a question on my 1976 Anniversary Edition Corvette. I live in the Chicago area so I only get to enjoy ...