While we primarily focus on auto glass replacement, we often get questions involving other parts of a vehicle and about basic car maintenance. So, here are some tips about taking care of the brakes on your vehicles.
Tips to keep your car from breaking down because of brake issues.
Your vehicle’s brakes are an essential component of your safety while driving. Any issues with your brakes should be taken seriously. Brake issues can put you and your passengers at risk as well as everyone on the road with you. Here are some tips for keeping your brakes in good condition
Practice Safe Driving Tactics
We all want to get where we are going as quickly as possible, but unnecessary wear-and-tear can severely shorten the lifespan of your brake pads. Practice safe driving tactics, like keeping several car lengths of open space between you and the next vehicle while driving. While this can be difficult, and annoying in Atlanta traffic, it gives you the ability to coast and gentle brake instead of the harsh stop-and-g0 tactic that most every driver uses.
Listen & Pay Attention
If you start hearing odd noises when braking or feel any shaking when braking, then it’s time to get your vehicle checked by a qualified mechanic. Brake pads will often make a squealing noise when it’s time to change them out. This is intentionally done to alert drivers to issues. Ignoring signs of issues can lead to expensive damage to other parts of the wheels.
Get An Annual Inspection
Your vehicle needs periodic inspections to identify any issues and prevent them from turning into major, costly repairs. Find a mechanic that you can trust to do an inspection. If they find any issues, it’s okay to get second opinions and shop around.
Finding A Local Brake Repair Shop
Unfortunately, there is a stigma in the auto repair industry of dishonest mechanics tricking drivers into spending excessive amounts of money on unnecessary repairs. Before working with an auto mechanic, do your research. Google them and look at their reviews; specifically, look at what the reviews are saying and how recently they were given.
For instance, we searched for brake shops in Atlanta, GA and found Northlake Automotive located in Tucker, GA. They have a 5.0-star rating with 31 reviews. The general consensus is that they are honest and treat customers like family. Reviewing their website reveals that they have ASE-Certified Technicians with 50 combined years of experience and a variety of automotive repair services.
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