Bleeding your brakes, or changing the old fluid and getting out the air, can be a long, dirty, and difficult process. If you’re doing it the old fashioned way, you probably need to find a friend who ...

Brake fluid is hygroscopic, meaning it attracts water even inside the hydraulic system. This is why all European car manufacturers recommend a brake fluid change interval, usually 1 year or 2 years.

Bleeding brake fluid is a fairly straightforward maintenance procedure on most cars. The trouble is, you need two people to get the job done quickly. We understand that many Do-It-Yourselfers might ...

Q:I have been following your column for the last few years and have picked up several tips. I have a question on my 1976 Anniversary Edition Corvette. I live in the Chicago area so I only get to enjoy ...

If you’re looking to maintain your vehicle’s braking system, the brake bleeder is an essential tool. Brake fluid, which is hygroscopic, absorbs moisture over time. As a result, the boiling point ...

As a car owner, preventive maintenance for your vehicle should be a priority, because it is cheaper to fix an issue before it becomes a mechanic's hourly job. With that being said, there are several ...

In our regular tech Q&A series, we put your burning cycling questions to industry experts. This time, Shimano explains the logic behind its one-way bleed system. I would really like to know why the ...