Ashton's Garage
Practical brakes, tyres & suspension advice from Ashton’s Garage.
Brake judder can cause a pulsing brake pedal, steering wheel vibration or shaking through the car. Learn the likely causes, what the symptoms mean and when professional inspection is needed.
A hard brake pedal can mean the braking assistance is not working properly. Learn what may cause it, what you can safely check and when to stop driving.
A soft or spongy brake pedal should not be ignored. Learn what may cause it, which checks are safe to make and when your car needs professional inspection.
Brake squeal is often caused by vibration, surface contamination or worn components, but the sound should not be ignored. Here is what it may mean and when to arrange an inspection.
A steering wheel that shakes under braking can have several causes, from uneven brake discs to worn suspension or tyre problems. Here is what the symptom may mean and when to stop driving.
If your car moves left or right when you brake, it may have an uneven braking, tyre, suspension or steering fault. Find out what it could mean and when to stop driving.
Learn the common signs of worn brake pads, what different brake noises and sensations may mean, and when your car needs a professional inspection.
Brake pads do not have a fixed replacement interval. Find out what affects their lifespan, how to check for wear and when professional inspection is needed.