Brake squeal is caused by high-frequency vibration between the brake pads, rotors, and calipers. It could be possible of missing springs or anti-rattle clips that should be on the caliper or pad, loose fittings of brake pads in the caliper, improper tightening of lug nuts, or calipers upon installation. It is not unusual these days […]
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BMW 335i Performance Cross Drilled and Slotted Brake Rotors
Get it while it’s HOT! R1 Concepts now have in stock the new and improved cross drilled and slotted performance brake rotors for the 2007-2008 BMW 335i Coupe and Sedan. I know all you BMW enthusiasts been waiting for this day to come, so now for a limited time only, we are offering a full front and […]
New California Laws: Cell phone use while driving
I just want to make sure everyone in California knows the 2 new cell phone laws that just came out and goes into affect today; Tuesday July 1, 2008. The legislation prohibits drivers from using a wireless telephone while operating a motor vehicle unless the driver uses a hands free device. You may only use the […]
Consumers Beware: Old Tires Can Be Dangerous
I saw this report today and wanted to inform everyone that old tires can be dangerous. In summary, be careful when you are purchasing “new” tires that are over 6 years old. Tires have a shelf life and ignoring the manufacturing date can be dangerous. Tires that are left on the shelf too long can […]
Drum Brakes and it’s Mechanism
Every time you press your brake pedal, drum brakes are responsible for bringing your vehicle to a halt. But how do drum brakes work? Read more to know about the mechanics of drum brakes. Key Takeaways Drum brakes function through a systematic process beginning with the conversion of mechanical force from the brake pedal to […]
Braking with ABS vs Non ABS
Nowadays, most vehicle on the road is equipped with ABS braking system. A lot of people are unaware of what it stands for or how it really works. Anti-lock braking system is what keeps your vehicle from skidding when applying the brakes hard. The advantages of having ABS in an emergency braking situation, is that […]
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