Brakes don't last forever. We explain how long brakes last and how to know when your brakes need to be changed.

When you press down, the fluid pushes the pistons out to squeeze the pads against the rotors or drums, slowing the wheels. After changing your brake pads, make sure to fill the reservoir back up ...

Disc and drum brakes used only two types of friction materials—semimetallic and asbestos. The mechanic simply replaced the old pad or shoe with ... the driver that a change is needed.