Many of the symptoms associated with a brake problem are the result of brake fluid issues (see this link for a list of brake problem symptoms). Fortunately, checking your brake fluid level is a ...

Unlike the elusive and oft-memed blinker fluid, brake fluid actually exists. Even more than that, it's one of the more important components of vehicular safety. As the name implies, it's a fluid that ...

It is important that a car's braking system is able to function properly and smoothly, which means there needs to be enough brake fluid within the system which is of good quality. Brake-fail accidents ...

This week, we continue our look at how to check the different fluids in your vehicle by focusing on your vehicle’s brakes and transmission. Whenever you hit your vehicle’s brakes, brake fluid helps to ...

Q:I have been following your column for the last few years and have picked up several tips. I have a question on my 1976 Anniversary Edition Corvette. I live in the Chicago area so I only get to enjoy ...

Twice in my career as a master auto technician, I was driving a customer’s car when the brakes failed. You never forget heart-stopping moments like that. Thankfully, the cars were in the shop because ...

LOW brake fluid can be deadly – here are FOUR signs to look out for that could be life saving. If your motor is low on brake fluid, soft brakes could lead to a terrifying road incident – don’t be ...

Oil: Check once a week or every time you refuel; change every 3,000 to 6,000 miles. – In most cars the dipstick, a loop-handled rod, is placed somewhere on the side of the engine. Check the oil when ...

Even if you’re fairly accomplished when it comes to taking care of your vehicle, understanding brake fluid might be a little intimidating. Mostly, it’s because of the nondescript labeling DOT 3, DOT 4 ...