Brake fluid is one of the many liquids that modern cars need in order to run (or stop). It's a type of hydraulic fluid with a high boiling point, but it also absorbs moisture like a sponge. DOT 3, DOT ...

When choosing replacement brake fluid, it’s important to select one that has a DOT rating that’s compatible with your truck, to ensure the braking system functions safely. DOT refers to Department of ...

Ford is recalling nearly 500,000 vehicles over a brake fluid leak that extends how much time it takes the brakes to kick in – raising the risk of a crash. The rear brake hose may rupture and leak ...

(Reuters) -Ford Motor is recalling nearly 500,000 vehicles in the U.S over a brake fluid leak issue, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Thursday. A ruptured hose in the brake ...

The brake fluid is a vital component of a vehicle’s braking system. It aids in transmitting force from the brake pedal to the brake pads, thus slowing or halting the vehicle by exerting this force on ...

Okay, consider this your intervention. You're hovering in the auto parts store, a single bead of sweat tracing a path of existential dread down your face, staring at two bottles: DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake ...

Modern cars require a lot of maintenance and individual parts to function properly. Many of those parts degrade over time and require replacement or special attention. Various automotive fluids, in ...

Snowmobile brake pads some in many shapes and sizes, depending on the model you have. Editor’s Note: This article on changing brake pads and bleeding the brakes on a snowmobile first appeared in the ...

A second safety warning has been issued for a non-compliant brake fluid that could impact stopping distances and degrade braking systems. The warning was issued by the Verification of Lubricant ...

Even drivers who take good care of their vehicles often forget about the brake fluid. It’s generally not changed in short, frequent intervals like motor oil, although automakers do recommend changing ...

Hello Paul, I drive a 2004 VW Touareg, which requires DOT3 brake fluid. When I recently visited a nearby petrol station, they only had DOT4 brake fluid available. What is the difference between the ...