Brakes

A car in motion has a lot of kinetic energy. Kinetic energy is the energy of motion. It is the job of the brakes to stop the car and get rid of the kinetic energy that is in the wheels. They do this by using the force of friction to convert that kinetic energy to heat. Brakes are a very important part of your car. They should always be in good working order, which you can verify by getting the brakes checked on a regular basis. Many vehicles are equipped with brake warning lights that will illuminate in the case of a problem, but you may also see or hear other indicators that your brakes should be replaced. One of the biggest things to pay attention to is how your brake system is generally feeling. You might find that your car is taking a longer time to come to a stop when you deploy the brakes, which can be an indicator of an issue. You could also start to hear loud noises that sound like screeching or squealing. It's important to maintain your brakes and take every potential sign seriously. When you need new brake parts, you should invest in OEM parts made for your make and model. We sell them here at The Parts Truck.