A fully functioning brake system is crucial to safe driving. Brakes are a safety feature that your car utilizes every day. Over time brake shoes, brake pads, brake rotors, calipers, and other break components can break down resulting in ineffective brakes. Warning signs of compromising brake systems include squealing/grinding noises during use, pulling to one side when braking, shaking/vibrating when stopping, break pedal pressing down too easily, and the dashboard service light being on. When experiencing these signs, it is important to have brakes inspected and fixed quickly to ensure driver safety.