Drum brakes have been around a long time, but they’re not irrelevant yet. The 2022 Toyota Tacoma has them, the 2022 Hyundai Accent SE has them, and even Volkswagen’s all-electric ID.

Despite being such a vital part of a car's anatomy, many drivers don't know how brake systems work or the difference between the two most common types: disc and drum. Both types of brakes rely on ...

Servicing brakes 25 years ago required few decisions other than choosing a mechanic. Disc and drum brakes used only two types of friction materials—semimetallic and asbestos. The mechanic simply ...

which subsequently pushes the pads against the brake disc (also called the brake rotor) or drum that rotates with the wheel, it is in every driver's best interests—as well as that of their ...