"Is there anything I can do to help the brakes on my car last longer?"

"There are a few ways to make your brakes last longer. Your driving habits make the biggest difference. Avoiding panic stops and allowing additional stopping distance when braking can and will extend the life of your brakes. Highway mileage—as opposed to city driving—generally adds to brake life due to the number of stops made.

There are many different types of brake pads and/or shoes available on the market today. Generally speaking, the cheaper the pad, the faster it wears. At Bill Smith's Auto, we utilize top-of-the-line Ceramic Brake Pads from Napa Auto Parts. While they’re not the cheapest, they do offer the best in sound reduction and life expectancy, and that translates into added safety and peace of mind—knowing that in an emergency situation, stopping will not be an issue."