I explain science-based tips for surviving emergencies like brake failure in cars.

Most people may not know it, but in many modern cars, the brakes aren't actually connected the way they used to be. Nowadays, pressing the pedal doesn't always mean you're pushing brake fluid through ...

Brake warning signs are your car’s way of telling you that its most important safety system needs attention. Ignoring them can lead to dangerous situations and expensive repairs. Here are seven of the ...

Toyota has issued a recall for its latest Tacoma truck models, and the problem is about something you don’t want to mess with: your brakes. It turns out there’s a design flaw with the positioning of ...

WASHINGTON (WTNH) — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Thursday released a warning to owners of certain Volvo models, advising them of a possible brake failure. The agency urges owners ...

Ford is recalling over 312,000 vehicles due to an issue with its power brake assist, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The auto regulator said the Electronic ...

A single-vehicle crash that led to a car fire is under investigation, police said. Officers from the Manchester Township Police Department were dispatched at about 8:05 a.m. on February 5 to the area ...

Toyota‘s ongoing run with recalls hasn’t let up yet. Between Tundra engine issues and Tacoma transmission problems, the once stalwart-of-reliability brand has had some tough months recently. This week ...

Motor MythBusters S1 Ep 4 | Strange Brew Brake Failure Is it possible to loosen a car's brake lines just enough to get two stops, then suffer brake failure on the third, just like in the 1983 cult ...