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A problem in the traction control system will usually illuminate a dashboard warning light that traction control is disabled, in some cases, ABS is disabled as well.
By Rick Popely and Jennifer Geiger
January 6, 2025

A software malfunction with the antilock brake system is the root cause of Ram’s latest recall for its 1500 half-ton pickup truck.
By Patrick Masterson
September 9, 2024

Some 21,500 Lyriqs are now being recalled for issues with the antilock brake system.
By Patrick Masterson
August 13, 2024

While tracking down the source of the squeal can be difficult, a good place to start is by identifying the circumstances under which the squeal occurs.
By Rick Cotta
July 21, 2024

A vibration felt in your car while driving is almost always caused by something that’s rotating — most often the wheel-and-tire combination.
By Rick Cotta
July 7, 2024

Per NHTSA, new passenger vehicles sold in the U.S. must include automatic emergency braking by 2029.
By Jared Gall
May 1, 2024

How long brakes last depends on factors like how the car is driven and the condition of the rest of the braking system.
By Rick Cotta
April 14, 2024

IIHS and Consumer Reports confirmed that all 20 participating automakers have made good on their voluntary commitment to add automatic emergency braking technology into their vehicles.
By Conner Golden
December 21, 2023

How often you need to change your car’s brake fluid is covered in the maintenance section of your owner’s manual, and it can vary greatly.
By Rick Cotta
August 13, 2023

Kia is recalling more than 98,900 examples of its Sportage compact SUV over an issue that could result in a loss of brake power assist.
By Corinne Vercoe
June 12, 2023