Brakes are one of the most important safety systems in you car. We completely place our trust into how safely and predictably our brakes will slow down and stop our car - yet how much attention do we pay to them?

Regularly checking and maintaining your braking system is critical to your safety while on the road. Part of a Total Auto Group service is to go over the brakes and braking system - but we realise that between services, things can pop up. Sometimes these things aren’t very noticeable, especially if you have never encountered them before. 

So, to help you read feedback from your own vehicle here are a few signs that you need to have your brake system checked:

• Your car pulls to one side when you brake

• Your stopping distance has increased

• Your brakes feel soft, spongy or you need to pump them

• Your steering wheel shudders when you brake

• Your brakes screech when you brake

While we go over your brakes, we also like to understand more about your driving style. Like tyres, there are different types of brake pads and brake discs that will perform better with different driving styles. So, you can rest assured that Total Auto Group will not only keep your brake system safe and predictable, but we will also ensure you have the correct components that will ensure optimal braking for your driving style - resulting in a longer life span of parts.