How to make your brakes last longer

Brakes are arguably the most important part of your car considering they are responsible for slowing down and stopping your vehicle. That’s why it’s crucial to make sure your brake system is working properly and you’re taking steps to extend the life of your brakes. Here are a few things to can do to help make your car’s brakes last longer.

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5 Tips to extend the life of your brakes

1. Slow down – The faster you drive, the harder your brakes have to work to slow down or bring your car to a stop.
2. Coast to slow down – When you know you’ll have to stop ahead, let your car coast for a bit before you need to use your brakes.
3. Look ahead – Glance far enough ahead so you can anticipate spots where you’ll need to slow down and let your car coast accordingly.
4. Lighten your load – A heavier vehicle puts more stress on your brakes when trying to slow down. Remove unnecessary items from your car to help avoid extra brake wear.
5. Flush brake fluid – Your car’s brake system requires regular fluid flushes to make sure it doesn’t rot or retain too much moisture.

If you think your brakes are due for an inspection, brake pad replacement, or system fluid flush, we encourage you to schedule a service appointment with our team at Baierl Toyota.

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