Maintaining your brakes properly means not waiting until they need repairs or you find they are not up to the task of stopping you safely in an emergency situation.

It‘s obvious that your brakes need servicing if your car takes longer to stop than normal when you hit the brakes. But did you know, there are less noticeable warning signs that you must also look out for to ensure your safety when traveling on the road.

If you notice any of the following symptoms - you should get your brakes checked:

• The brake pedal is low, hard, soft or spongy.
• Your vehicle loses grip when braking.
• Your vehicle veers to the left or right under brakes.
• The steering wheel shudders when braking.
• You hear a high pitched noise such as a squeak or squeal when the brakes are applied.

Brakes are a critical safety factor in all vehicles; if they are not inspected regularly you are putting you and your family's lives at risk. For this reason braking systems should be checked at every service and by a specialist with the appropriate experience. If your vehicle shows any of the warning signs above, contact us at Drysdale Motorsas soon as possible.

When it comes to Brake Maintenance, you should never take a risk. If you're not sure if your brake maintenance is 100% - call a professional like Drysdale Motors without delay.

Your brake pads are a vital part of your braking system and they are a part that should never be overlooked. Brake pads compress against your brake rotors to create friction and this friction makes your car stop. The force necessary to halt a moving vehicle is huge and gives off a lot of heat, which wears down the brake pads over time. This is why regular inspection and/or replacement of your brake pads is an integral part of good brake maintenance practices.

Simply because brake fluid looks clean doesn't mean it's actually in good condition. Moisture accumulates in the brake fluid and it's not always noticeable in a visual inspection. Moisture in the fluid increases the chance the fluid will boil, which could result in a loss of braking pressure.

At Drysdale Motors we offer a full 65 Point Vehicle Inspection report, upon request, with every full car service which includes a written review of your brake fluid, master cylinder, front and back discs and pads, calipers and cylinders and more. This Vehicle Inspection Report lets you know if there is immediate or future need for repairs to your vehicle allowing you to budget in advance.

You should never let anyone but a qualified professional touch something as key to your safety as your braking system. Be sure to ask your Drysdale Motors mechanic to check your brakes the ext time you book in for a service.

After all - Just what is stopping you?