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1001 E RIDGEVILLE BLVD MOUNT AIRY, Maryland 21771 | (301) 829-5046

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Now, Stop Right There! (Driving with ABS Brakes)

Do you know what kind of braking system you have on your vehicle?  It matters.  Do you think you should pump your brakes to get them to stop better on a slippery surface? Or are they the new...
Published on: Sep 20, 2020

How Long Will My Brakes Last? (Brake Maintenance)

If you feel a slight shudder or vibration coming through your brake pedal when you stop, it could be a sign you need some brake work done. That gets you thinking, how long should my brakes last anyway...
Published on: May 17, 2020

Simple Answers from Spike's Auto Care for : Power Brakes

Question What is power brake service and why do I need to have it done? Answer Imagine: you pour a tablespoon of water in your hand and throw it as hard as you can.  Now, suppose you suck up a...
Published on: Mar 26, 2020

Simple Answers: Disc Brakes

Question What are the signs that I need a brake job? Answer Signs of brake problems often fall into one of two categories: making noise or a pulsation in the brake pedal.  Let's start with the...
Published on: Jun 02, 2019

Brake Service At Spike's Auto Care In

{{ image('MTg4') }} Most drivers know that braking means slowing or stopping a vehicle. The mechanical aspects of the brakes themselves are just one issue. There's also the power brake system and br...
Published on: Feb 25, 2019

Power Brakes

Basically, the power brake system helps you provide braking power so that you don’t have to do all the work with your brake pedal.  The brakes themselves are applied at the wheel using hydr...
Published on: Nov 24, 2017

Anti-lock Brakes

We rely on our brakes to safely slow and stop our vehicles. You’ve probably had the experience where you’ve slammed on your brakes and started to skid. When your wheels are locked up, you ...
Published on: Jun 17, 2016