Brake rotors are nothing new -- the technology was popularized in motorsport throughout the early 1950s, on models such as the Le Mans-winning Jaguar C-Type, before being introduced to mainstream ...

Brake rotor on a wheel hub - Caroline Munsterman/Getty Images Anyone who has worked on a car's brakes knows that it can be a dirty job. Grease and brake dust get everywhere, though to some people that ...

Brake rotors, also known as brake discs, are circular, flat metal discs made of composite materials connected to the wheel. They work work in conjunction with brake pads to slow down or stop your ...

Your brake rotors are simple yet critical parts of your vehicle's stopping power. Unfortunately, not many people bother checking or maintaining them. Let's be honest, folks: When was the last time you ...

When well set up, disc brakes provide powerful and consistent braking, as well as being quiet in most conditions. Whenever you change the disc brake pads or rotors, it's essential that you wear off ...

The brake caliper is an important component of a disc brake system, along with the brake pads and rotors, but it is often overlooked when it comes to brake maintenance. While replacing rotors and pads ...

My dealership service centre told me that the brakes on my 2010 Mazda Tribute should be cleaned – the calipers should be adjusted, lubricated, and cleaned once a year. Is this a legitimate maintenance ...

Rotors are usually cut from one piece of steel, which has two disadvantages. Firstly, steel is heavy. Secondly, as the outer section heats under the pads (and so expands) more than the inner, very ...

Porsche, very much in the business of solving First World problems, finally has the technology to reduce the amount of dust produced by the Cayenne's brakes. The company says its new Porsche Surface ...

Anyone who has worked on a car's brakes knows that it can be a dirty job. Grease and brake dust get everywhere, though to some people that's just part of the "fun" of getting your hands dirty while ...