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Increased Risk of Accidents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Drivers often slam their brakes in emergencies, such as when they lose control of their vehicle or when they’re about to crash into something. However, while slamming the brakes could prevent immediate accidents, it can still cause injuries and problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For example, if a school bus driver slams on the brakes, there’s a good chance that any students that aren’t wearing their seatbelts will stumble and fall right out of their seats. The sudden motion causes whiplash, which means passengers are at risk of head, neck, or even brain damage<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Broken Brake Hoses<\/h3>\n\n\n\nHitting the brakes (or slamming them) causes brake fluid<\/a> to travel through the brake hoses<\/a>, which helps stop your vehicle. It also generates heat and pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When you slam the brakes frequently, the buildup of heat and pressure in the brake hose can become great enough to cause tears and cracks, assuming this doesn’t destroy the brakes outright.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
If this happens, your brake fluids will leak, which can corrode the brake pads. Simultaneously, if your vehicle doesn’t have enough brake fluid, your brakes will likely become less responsive, putting you and your vehicle at risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Driving Tips to Reduce Brake Wear and Damage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Making small changes to your driving habits can minimize the need for brake slamming, reducing the need for repairs. It also improves safety on the road, so consider these tips and tricks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Drive With One Foot<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Whenever you drive, make sure you step on the pedals of your vehicle with one foot. Pressing the accelerator and brake pedal simultaneously causes a lot of friction in the brake system, damaging it in the process.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Similarly, if you have to step on the brakes, make sure you step on them with your right foot. It’s a safer driving practice to keep your left foot idle and on the floor at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It might be tempting to drive with two feet, but you run the risk of accelerating when you intend to brake, increasing the risk of getting into an accident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Minimize the Load<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Vehicles with a ton of cargo are harder to stop than vehicles with minimal load. The greater the load, the more strain it puts on the brake system<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In other words, the lifespan of your brakes will increase and it’ll be easier to control your vehicle if you travel light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Slow Down Before Stopping<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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If you need to stop your vehicle immediately, it wouldn’t hurt your vehicle to coast a little. This means letting your vehicle slow down before coming to a stop, putting less strain on the brake pads.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Drive Slower<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
When you drive too quickly, you can easily lose control of your vehicle.<\/strong> So you’re more likely to slam your brakes to prevent accidents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On the other hand, if you were to drive a slower vehicle, you’ll likely use your brakes less frequently. Even if you do, slow vehicles are easier to stop. This means less strain on your vehicle’s brake system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Plus, driving slowly means you’ll be able to take in your surroundings more carefully, reducing the risk of accidents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Other Ways to Prevent Brake Problems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Besides changing your driving habit, staying on top of your brake system maintenance also prevents brake wear and damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Change Your Brake Fluid<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Brake fluid is essential in keeping your brake system lubricated and functional. Unfortunately, it doesn’t last forever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Water will build up in your brake fluid over time, reducing its overall effectiveness. To keep your brake system fully functional, you must flush your brakes<\/a> every two years<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Commit to Regular Maintenance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Even if you were to drive carefully, the brakes of your vehicle will inevitably wear down the more you use them. It’s a good practice to bring your ride to an auto repair shop at least once or twice a year to see if there’s anything wrong with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On average, brakes need to be checked and replaced every 20,000 miles<\/strong>. Still, if your vehicle’s braking systems display unusual symptoms like screeching grinding noises when you hit the brakes, it wouldn’t hurt to get your daily driver checked early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Check out this video to know more about how car brakes work:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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