Brakes & Suspension

(Story by Cam Benty) Back in the day, you bolted up a set of shocks and ran down the road. No adjustability. No frills. Nowadays though, you aren’t stuck with […]

A few decades ago, Cadillac engineers came up with a clever way to integrate a parking brake into vehicles equipped with rear disc brakes. Instead of putting a little pair […]

You tend to hear the old “build a better mousetrap” adage a lot when taking about automotive technology of the future. But after seeing some of the innovation behind the […]

Ever develop a weird shake or pulse from your disc brakes as you push the brake pedal? Yet, when you get down to look through the wheel at the brake […]

Improper vehicle alignment can lead to a handful of serious problems—including rapid, uneven tire wear, bad handling, compromised braking performance, poor steering, and more. Check out this infographic to learn […]

My son and I just bought a ’66 Buick Skylark in pretty good condition. The front suspension needs a lot of work and the original drum brakes will also need […]

Ever worked on your vehicle’s brakes? Then you’ve probably* noticed the characters “DOT 3” or “DOT 4” stamped somewhere on the brake system’s master cylinder cover. Those designations refer to […]

The phrase “gravity bleeding” sometimes comes up in various gearhead circles, particularly when folks are talking about installing a new master cylinder or full brake system. But it’s very important […]

Flaring the end of a line is an essential aspect of making custom brake and fuel lines to accept proper fittings. There are a few ways to make flares on […]

Editor’s Note: Perhaps the only things Travis Jones loves more than his 1986 Monte Carlo SS are autocross courses and a good challenge. That’s why Travis is on a mission to transform his […]