Q: In March, I had new front (rotors/pads) and rear (rotors/pads/calipers) brakes installed on my 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme. I am now experiencing a very loud groaning sound from the rear driver ...

Q: I notice rust forming on disc brake rotors quickly — especially after damp or rainy days. I am concerned about my RV rotors rusting during storage. How much of a problem is this? What should I do ...

I've noticed that the brake discs (I think that's what they're called) on my new Infiniti G37 are covered in rust. I checked all around the car and all four rotors were rusty. My kids are grown and I ...

Q: I have a 2006 Mustang GT convertible that I bought new. Prior to this year, it was stored inside over the winter. This past winter, I had to store it outside, under a car cover. I noticed this ...

DETROIT, Michigan - A global General Motors’ team of brake experts is helping to chuck rusty brake rotors into history books. The plan: change the atomic make-up of the rotors (discs) using a process ...

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Cars hate sitting static. Well, OK, they don’t feel emotions per se but machinery does degrade over time even when it’s not used. In fact, a car can break down quickly because it’s not being used. You ...

Q. My three-year-old Toyota Highlander has 33,000 miles and is still under warranty. The front disc brakes were all rusted, and the dealer said the brake rotor needs to be changed. Apparently, this is ...

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