Dirks Automotive & Transmission
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Now, Stop Right There! (Driving with ABS Brakes)

Do you know what kind of braking system you have on your vehicle?  It matters.  Do you think you should pump your brakes to get them to stop better on a slippery surface? Or are they the new...
Published on: Nov 10, 2024

Putting a Stop to Brake Problems (Brake Service)

It's safe to say that most drivers take their brakes for granted.  You press on the brake pedal and the vehicle slows down or stops.  It's easy to see why it is so important for your vehicle...
Published on: Oct 27, 2024

Brake Service At Dirks Automotive & Transmission In Oroville

{{ image('MTg4') }} Most Oroville drivers know that braking means slowing or stopping a vehicle. The mechanical aspects of the brakes themselves are just one issue. There's also the power brake syste...
Published on: Jul 28, 2024

ABS - Anti-Lock Brakes

Anti-lock brakes (ABS) help you stop faster. That is not always the case on loose gravel or snowy surfaces. Anti-lock brakes, in fact, are designed to help you maintain control of your vehicle in an e...
Published on: Sep 01, 2023

Simple Answers from Dirks Automotive & Transmission for Oroville: Power Brakes

Question What is power brake service and why do I need to have it done? Answer Imagine: you pour a tablespoon of water in your hand and throw it as hard as you can.  Now, suppose you suck up a...
Published on: Apr 15, 2023

How Long Will My Brakes Last? (Brake Maintenance)

If you feel a slight shudder or vibration coming through your brake pedal when you stop, it could be a sign you need some brake work done. That gets you thinking, how long should my brakes last anyway...
Published on: Feb 13, 2022

Anti-lock Brakes

We rely on our brakes to safely slow and stop our vehicles. You’ve probably had the experience where you’ve slammed on your brakes and started to skid. When your wheels are locked up, you ...
Published on: Apr 12, 2021

Power Brakes Service at Dirks Automotive & Transmission

Howdy, Oroville drivers. Let's talk about your brakes. Basically, the power brake system helps you provide braking power so that you don't have to do all the work with your brake pedal. The brakes the...
Published on: Feb 13, 2021