How Often Should I Have My Vehicle Brakes Replaced?
The lifespan of brakes can run for years, depending on the way you drive. Understanding how you drive is important, as it can help drivers understand when to replace the brakes. Brake pads typically last around 25,000-65,000 miles, but driving habits play a crucial role. Riding your brakes (when your foot is always on the brake pedal) and hard braking puts friction and pressure on the brake pads and may lead to diminishing their life. If squeaking starts to happen, you should consider getting them looked at and try adjusting your driving habits to increase the brake pad's lifespan.
Squeaking Brakes Can Be Caused By Old Brake Pads
Old brakes are typically why you may experience that squeaking as well. Throughout the years, parts on any car will likely begin to wear down because of driving habits, moisture, if it is garaged or not, and rust. The simple fix is to get them replaced with brand-new ones. However, a change in how you drive could extend the life of your brakes.
Why Do My Vehicle's Brakes Screech?
With any car, issues can sometimes come from nowhere. Of course, frequent maintenance checks could give you a chance to avoid future problems with the car, but everyday issues could still happen. One of those issues might be squeaky brakes, and there could be ways to prevent this from happening, depending on if your brakes are old or new. Brake squeaking is likely the result of driving conditions or even driving habits.
I Just Put On Brand-New Brakes, Why Are They Screeching?
This may shock you, but one of the many causes of brake squealing is that they are simply just too new. Your brakes may require a few more trips to the store to break in and get acclimated to your car. Sometimes weather conditions can lead to moisture covering your brakes, and it can take some time to dry that moisture. Also, the way you drive could create brake screeching. Heavy braking or "riding" your brakes can cause brake squeaking, even if they are new. If this is the case, think about giving your brakes a break to help reduce more heat.
Get New Brakes at Finnegan Chevy Buick GMC
Don’t wait another minute to contact us at Finnegan Chevy Buick GMC with any brake concerns or questions you may have. Our friendly staff is ready to serve you and your vehicle. Schedule your next brake service with us today.
