Along with your tyres, your brakes are probably the most important components of your car. When you press the brake pedal, hydraulic fluid is forced down to the calipers in each wheel, causing the pads to press against the discs and making sure that you and your passengers can stop safely in case of an emergency, or even in everyday driving conditions.

Because of the high amount of wear they undergo, both your brake pads and your brake shoes will eventually wear out and need replacing.

It’s a false economy to keep driving with worn brakes as you’ll eventually do damage to other brake components, which could also lead to brake failure.


How you know it’s time to have your brakes seen to

• You hear a scraping sound of ‘metal on metal’ when you apply your brakes.
• Your car pulls significantly to one side.
• It takes you longer than usual to stop under normal driving conditions.
• You hear unusual scraping noises when braking.
• Your brake warning light comes on.

Why not call in to your local ATLAS Branch and we will be happy to provide a free inspection?