As the saying goes by, prevention is always better than cure. The same applies to your car’s brakes as well. If you service your vehicle regularly, you can avoid most of the issues related to the brakes. Follow the below points to prevent brake failure.

• Pay attention to how the brake feels: If the brakes feel ‘spongy’ or non-responsive when pressing the brake pedal, the brakes need a check-up. The brakes should be responsive and react with a tap on the pedal. If it takes too much effort to bring the car to a stop, it’s time to service the brakes.
  
• Service the car at regular intervals: Servicing your vehicle at regular intervals is key to preventing any braking system issues. Change of brake pads, an inspection of brake pads, brake fluid and rotors is necessary to keep the brakes in perfect working condition. Hence, regular service can prevent brake failures.
  
  I drive an automatic car. What to do if the brakes fail?
  
  If the brakes fail in an automatic car, release the throttle immediately and use the engine braking to slow down the vehicle. When the speed comes down, you can use the parking brake to try to stop the car.
  What should I do if the brakes fail while driving downhill?Engine braking is your best friend if the brakes fail while driving downhill. Shift to lower gears (release the throttle if driving an automatic car), and the vehicle should slow down due to engine braking. You can also use the hand brake to slow down the car.
  Can my car’s brake fail suddenly without any warning?Yes, the braking system can fail suddenly without any indication or warning. However, sudden total failure is very rare. But brake failure is dangerous, and that is the reason why you should maintain the brakes properly.
  
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