With any car, issues could occasionally arise out of thin air. Of course, taking your vehicle for frequent maintenance checks can give you a chance to prevent eventual issues with the vehicle, but everyday issues can still happen at any time. One of the many concerns may be squeaky brakes, and there could be some ways to prevent the noises from happening, depending on if they are old or brand-new. Brake squeaking is likely the result of your driving conditions or driving habits. Here we’ll provide a breakdown of the more common causes as to why your brakes are making so much noise, how many miles brake pads might last, and when to replace your brake pads.
This might shock you, but one of the reasons for brake screeching is that your brakes are just too new. Your car’s brake pads might need some more miles to get acclimated to your vehicle. Sometimes weather conditions could lead to moisture covering your brake pads, and it could require a bit of time to remove that moisture. Also, how you drive could create some brake screeching. Heavy braking or “riding” your brakes (keeping your foot on the brakes) could lead to brake noise, even if they are brand-new. If this is the case, then attempt to brake earlier to help avoid making more heat.
Worn-down brakes are typically the reason you may hear that squeaking noise as well. Throughout the years, parts on any vehicle will begin to break down due to driving habits, moisture, rust, and if it is garaged or not. The easy solution is to just get them changed with brand-new ones. However, a change in the way you drive could extend the life of your brake pads.
The lifespan of brake pads could run for years, based on how drivers treat the brakes. Understanding your driving habits is important, as it can help drivers realize when to change the brakes. Brake pads generally last around 25,000-65,000 miles, but aggressive driving habits can cause that number to shrink. Riding your brakes and hard braking puts heat and pressure on the brake pads and can lead to shrinking their lifespan. If screeching begins to occur, you might get them changed and try changing how you drive to increase the pad’s lifespan.
Contact us at Group 1 Hyundai Southwest Houston if you think your brake pads need to be changed. Our team of professionals is ready to take all of the guesswork out of figuring out the specific brake service your car or SUV needs. We will happily service your vehicle no matter its make or model. Schedule your brake service appointment today.
