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Brake rotors often rust, especially those made of cast iron. Rusty rotors can lead to reduced braking performance and potentially dangerous situations on the road. If you notice signs of rust on your brake rotors, it's important to fix the problem as soon as possible. In this article, we'll explain how to get rid of this oxidation so you don't have to replace your brake rotors. Rusty rotors: why? Stopping...

When a car's brakes start to lose their effectiveness, the first thing to look at is the level of wear on the brake pads. First and foremost, here's how a car's disc brake system works: when you step on the brake pedal, the pressurized brake caliper tightens, causing the pads to "bite" the brake disc, which is itself integral to the wheel. By rubbing against the rotors, the pads slow...