A bold new braking system has won the Innovation Award in the vehicle intelligence and transportation (VIT) category at the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show (CES).The integrated dynamic brake for highly autonomous driving (IDB2 HAD) is the first commercially-available integrated (1-box) electronic brake...

The brake system on your automobile is responsible for turning kinetic energy from your moving car into heat. The resulting friction creates a force that resists motion and aids in bringing your vehicle to a halt.But there's much more that goes into the ability to stop your automobile. Tires assist...

After a day of hiking, skiing, snowboarding or camping out in the mountains, there's always the long drive home to look forward to. While safe driving and frequent checkups on your car are recommended, you may find that your steering wheel shakes as you're making your way downhill even if you've...

Regenerative braking, automatic braking systems and self-driving vehicles are terms that have been splashed across news articles for the past decade as manufacturers work tirelessly to advance the world of driving. With nearly every element of our daily lives evolving to have at least one digital component...

In theory, the wheel bearings on your vehicle could last for up to 100,000 miles. As many a seasoned driver will attest, the road is filled with twists and turns, both proverbial and literal. So what happens when potholes, speed bumps and other nuisances compromise the integrity of your bearings?Let's...

Growing up, you might have heard the saying "you get what you pay for." But, does that apply to the sophistication of your brake system? This article will explore the differences between economic brakes and premiums.A sophisticated systemA brake system has many moving parts to consider that...

Few components of a vehicle are as ubiquitously essential as the brake. From 150cc scooters to multi-ton tractor-trailers, from bicycles to airplanes, the brake comes in a variety of forms and implementations. At its simplest, every brake will consist of the rotor, a metal disc that is affixed to the...

When getting on the road for the first time, new drivers need to learn how to break effectively to stop before a collision. First attempts often involve heavily slamming on the brakes when there is no imminent danger ahead. There are a variety of effective braking techniques that involve slowing down...

After the long treks to family homes this past holiday season, many are thinking about how easy the trip would have been if they were operating a self-driving car. However, after a series of car accidents following Tesla's self-driving vehicle tests, consumers are unsure if now is the right time...

Safety on the road is always an important consideration, no matter the time of year. Add snowy, slushy or icy pavement and the danger of getting into an accident rises 24% in the wintertime, according to the Federal Highway Administration.Using snow tires and increasing your awareness while driving are...