The two most common types of disc brakes on e-bikes are mechanical (also known as cable-actuated) and hydraulic. They both have a lever on the handlebars and a disc rotor on the wheel, but differ ...

Regenerative braking is a fascinating innovation that undeniably extends the life of a typical brake pad, but can one really ...

Both types of brakes rely on hydraulic power and friction to stop your car, but they do so using distinct technology and have different levels of mechanical resistance. While drum brakes are ...

Bright red brake calipers are an eye-catching feature. But, why is it that only certain vehicles feature the colorful parts?

The brake caliper is a housing for the brake pads and is responsible for transforming hydraulic pressure into mechanical force. When the driver pushes the brake pedal, the hydraulic pressure from the ...

Lectric eBikes is contacting consumers about the ebike's mechanical disk brake calipers which can cause riders to lose control and can lead to injury, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety ...

Ever wondered why large trucks and trailers use air brakes instead of the hydraulic brakes found in most cars? In this video, we break down the engineering and safety reasons behind this essential ...

Now, Bosch’s latest invention, brake-by-wire, eliminates the “mechanical” connections from the brake pedal to the brakes. If that gives you pause, brake-by-wire testing is working—so far ...