Glossary / Suspension

brakes

188 Episode Mentions
Too Afraid to Ask

Brakes are the parts of a car that let you slow down or stop by pressing on the wheels.

Technical Definition

The braking system includes components like brake pads, discs, calipers, and hydraulic fluid that work together to slow or stop a vehicle.

Episodes Mentioning "brakes"

978: Buttons Are So Good, Why Can’t We Have Pretty Things, Afraid Of The Viggens

978: Buttons Are So Good, Why Can’t We Have Pretty Things, Afraid Of The Viggens

Everyday Driver Car Debate

Tokyo Drift Lessons: Kelly’s Adventures in Japanese Car Culture and City Driving

Tokyo Drift Lessons: Kelly’s Adventures in Japanese Car Culture and City Driving

To All The Cars I've Loved Before: Classic Car Restoration, JDM, and Automotive History

How To Bang Gears The Wrong Way - Adam’s Modded Imports and Track Day Tales

How To Bang Gears The Wrong Way - Adam’s Modded Imports and Track Day Tales

To All The Cars I've Loved Before: Classic Car Restoration, JDM, and Automotive History

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor - October 10, 2015 - Hour 2 - You Love Your Car More Than You ThinkFrom the Car Doctor archives — originally aired October 2015.  In this classic episode of Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, Ron opens the hour with a thoughtful discussion about the emotional connection we develop with our vehicles—often without realizing just how attached we've become. Whether it's the family car that's been through years of memories or the vehicle that always seems to get us home, cars become more than machines.  Ron then helps a caller diagnose cooling system problems on a 2007 Mercury Mountaineer and takes a call from a 2013 Toyota Highlander owner whose wheels were nearly left loose after a routine oil change, leading to an important conversation about trust, quality workmanship, and paying attention after service.  Also featured is an interview with Derek Miller from ALLDATA, discussing vehicle repair information, diagnostic resources, and the growing complexity of modern automobiles.  Ron rounds out the hour by answering listener emails about choosing the right OBD-II scan tool and diagnosing hesitation and rough idle concerns on a Toyota.  A great mix of automotive advice, consumer awareness, and a reminder that our relationship with our cars is often more personal than we think.

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor - October 10, 2015 - Hour 2 - You Love Your Car More Than You ThinkFrom the Car Doctor archives — originally aired October 2015. In this classic episode of Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, Ron opens the hour with a thoughtful discussion about the emotional connection we develop with our vehicles—often without realizing just how attached we've become. Whether it's the family car that's been through years of memories or the vehicle that always seems to get us home, cars become more than machines. Ron then helps a caller diagnose cooling system problems on a 2007 Mercury Mountaineer and takes a call from a 2013 Toyota Highlander owner whose wheels were nearly left loose after a routine oil change, leading to an important conversation about trust, quality workmanship, and paying attention after service. Also featured is an interview with Derek Miller from ALLDATA, discussing vehicle repair information, diagnostic resources, and the growing complexity of modern automobiles. Ron rounds out the hour by answering listener emails about choosing the right OBD-II scan tool and diagnosing hesitation and rough idle concerns on a Toyota. A great mix of automotive advice, consumer awareness, and a reminder that our relationship with our cars is often more personal than we think.

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor

Dale and TJ Clash Over Brad Keselowski & Austin Dillon Wreck

Dale and TJ Clash Over Brad Keselowski & Austin Dillon Wreck

The Dale Jr. Download

S3 E65

S3 E65

MartiniWorks Podcast

Getting Used to Big Power

Getting Used to Big Power

It's Not the Car

Kimi Antonelli vs George Russell | What were McLaren thinking? | Canadian Grand Prix 2026 Reaction

Kimi Antonelli vs George Russell | What were McLaren thinking? | Canadian Grand Prix 2026 Reaction

The Fast and the Curious

The Basics Never Change - Ignore These 5 Maintenance Items & Your vehicle Pays The Price

The Basics Never Change - Ignore These 5 Maintenance Items & Your vehicle Pays The Price

Car Connection Workshop

Brendon Leitch | Part 1 - workshop lessons & cold calls

Brendon Leitch | Part 1 - workshop lessons & cold calls

Rusty's Garage

The Car Curious Weekly

Podcast highlights and car talk, delivered every week.

Also Known As

brake friction breaks

Help Improve This Entry

Spot an error or have a better explanation? Let us know.