Brakes & Suspension

As hydraulic brake system designs evolved in the postwar era, so have the parts within them—with specific regard to the valves use to control the system’s hydraulic pressure. You can […]

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 […]

(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 […]