Unlike Chevys and Fords of the era, higher-end '50s domestic marques such as Cadillac aren't as "upgrade friendly" when it comes to adapting modern equipment - namely complete disc brake systems.

While all the '70s and '80s favorite lowrider GM models will always be long and cool, what's not-so cool on them are the hideous-looking rear drum brakes. Though these big body styles do come with ...

Our friend John and his son, Greg, have been driving this mostly stock '64 Coupe De Ville for a few years. The big boat weighs in at about 2 3/4 tons, and even more when big John climbs in and puts ...

More than ever, high-performance enthusiasts want well-rounded performance cars. Raw, straight-line acceleration in isolation is no longer adequate, if it ever was. In recent months, HOT ROD has ...

Disc brakes resemble hand brakes on a bicycle, where pulling on the brake lever forces a plier-like device to squeeze rubber blocks against the rim of the wheel to stop the car. Drum brakes are a ...

Five years ago, when federal authorities announced that stopping-distance rules for heavy tractors would get stricter, there was talk that this would finally cause a conversion from drum brakes to air ...

Your car's brake system is one of its most critical components. It should come as no surprise that the brake system is responsible for stopping your vehicle and keeping it stationary as long as your ...