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August 03, 2012 |
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When was the last time you had your brakes inspected? August is Brake Safety Awareness Month. Don’t wait until you notice a problem such as grinding, soft brakes, or a shimmy in the steering when braking. Stop by your Chicago-area Tuffy shop for a brake inspection today.
Facts about brakes:
• A vehicle traveling 30 mph will need 80 feet to stop completely. • The first production car with hydraulic brakes was the 1920 Duesenberg. Chrysler brought them to mass-produced cars in 1924. • A suggestion from former Secretary of Transportation, Elizabeth Dole, prompted automotive manufacturers to add a brake light to the rear window for increased visibility.
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