Tag: Brakes
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Test drive checklist: what to check on the road
What to do before, during and after a test drive so you notice problems that a quick look will not show.
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Driving in rain and fog
How to see and be seen, keep your distance and avoid aquaplaning when the weather turns wet or foggy.
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Dashboard warning lights: what the colours mean
A plain guide to reading the symbols on your dashboard and deciding whether to keep driving, slow down or stop.
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Brake basics and the signs of wear
How brakes work in simple terms, which noises and feelings mean wear, and why brake work belongs in a workshop.
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ABS, ESP and other driver assists explained
What anti-lock brakes, stability control and common driver assistance systems do, and what they cannot do.