The way you drive affects all of your GM parts, but it has a particularly big effect on your brakes. Follow these tips to minimize the wear and tear on your brakes, and if it’s been a while since your last brake check-up, schedule a service appointment at Shea Chevrolet!
Drive Carefully
The way you drive has a major impact on how healthy your brakes are. Every driver sometimes needs to slam on the brakes, but if you ride them too often, you’ll wear out your brake pads. Safely coasting to a stop or slowing down before hitting the brakes helps extend the lifespan of both your brakes and other essential parts.
Don’t Overload It
Whether you’re towing or hauling cargo in the rear, extra weight puts additional wear on your brakes. If you’re hauling furniture or other heavy cargo, minimize other types of cargo and take multiple trips to avoid unnecessary wear. Remember, modifications like sound systems and new body panels can add additional weight, too.
Get Regular Maintenance
You can drive perfectly and never overload your car, but if you’re not getting regular brake maintenance, you’re still going to have brake issues eventually. Have our team perform regular maintenance like inspecting out brake pads and flushing brake fluid to keep your system happy and functional. An issue with your brakes can be one of the most dangerous types of sudden part failure, so don’t put off your check-up.
Get Your Brakes and Other GM Parts Inspected at Shea Chevrolet
Regular brake maintenance is an essential part of keeping your car running its best. Visit the Chevrolet service center at Shea Chevrolet or make an appointment online for a full inspection and tune-up today!
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