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Why is My Brake Pedal Hard to Push?
When you push on your brake pedal, you should find your vehicle easy to stop. But at some point, you might notice stopping takes much more pressure on the pedal than it used to. When it ge...
Published on: May 24, 2026
Do I Need Brake Service? (Brake Service)
Think of how many times you put your foot on your vehicle’s brake pedal every day. And think of how much you rely on your brakes to slow down and stop your momentum. When it comes to...
Published on: Apr 12, 2026
Don’t Meddle with the Pedal (Brake Caliper Replacement)
If you drive a newer vehicle, chances are it has disc brakes, and one of the components of that type of brake is called a brake caliper. The caliper allows the pressure from your foot on the bra...
Published on: Nov 30, 2025
If the Shoe Fits (Brake Shoe Replacement [Rear])
When it comes to brakes on your vehicle, we all know how important it is to keep them working well because they are vital safety equipment. After all, if you can’t slow down and stop, you ...
Published on: Oct 27, 2025
Automotive Tips from Autotronics of St. Peter: Rotor Problems
The brake rotor, or disc, is attached to your wheel. The brake pads rub on the rotor to slow your car when you are driving in St. Peter.Rotors can warp, crack or become misaligned. They can also ...
Published on: Jun 15, 2025
Reaching the Braking Point (Brake hose replacement)
If you notice your brakes aren’t working like they used to, that’s the kind of thing that’s important to have checked out soon. That’s because your brakes are extraordina...
Published on: Apr 27, 2025
Braking Good (Brake Drum Replacement)
Maybe your vehicle feels like Breaking Bad. In other words, when you brake, things are bad. You may find it takes you a longer distance to stop, you feel a vibration, or it’s pulsati...
Published on: Mar 30, 2025
More than Pads and Rotors (Brake Caliper Replacement)
You might be familiar with brake pads and rotors, two components of your vehicle's brakes that have to be regularly serviced. Here's another important component of your brakes: the calipers.
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Published on: Feb 09, 2025