Automotive brakes have advanced leaps and bounds over the past century, but the physics behind how they work remains the same: brakes slow a car down by converting a tire's rotational energy into ...

We've previously discussed the possible pros and cons of cross-drilled brake rotors. The supposed upside of cross-drilling was preventing brake fade by improving gas venting of traditional disc brake ...

Picking the right rotors out of endless options can be tough. We've found top performers in all different price ranges. Brake rotors need replacing every so often. There’s no way around it. They’re a ...

A lot of people don't realize it, but upgrading your braking system with new brake rotors is one of the most crucial adjustments you can make to your vehicle. By doing so, you'll drastically improve ...

What is a disc brake system? How can one be faster without adding more ponies to the engine? One way is to make your car lighter. Having a higher power-to-weight ratio will make your car faster since ...

While all the '70s and '80s favorite lowrider GM models will always be long and cool, what's not-so cool on them are the hideous-looking rear drum brakes. Though these big body styles do come with ...

Brembo tells us how its Greentell rotors use a special laser coating to significantly reduce harmful dust. Picture the way brake dust turns your shiny silver wheels into a dull, gray mess. Now imagine ...