Brakes might be the most important system on a car, and rotors are critical to smooth braking. This is how brake rotors work and how to know if yours are bad.

The best brake rotors stop better and last longer. ... These rotors are good quality and will come in at about half the price (or less) of OEM rotors. They provide smooth, ...

Brake rotors in cars are circular metal discs connected to the wheels. There are four brake rotors installed in cars, one for each wheel. The rotors’ primary purpose is to slow down the turning of the ...

Most cars have smooth rotors, while some have slotted rotors with grooves cut into their surface. Slotted rotors are said to dissipate heat better, which could reduce brake fade in hard driving ...

A: Smooth rotors: Smooth rotors are the most common type as it’s what most original equipment manufacturers, or OEMs, use on their vehicles. There are also plenty of aftermarket brake conversion ...

EBC brake rotors are available in a multitude of styles, including RK Series smooth rotors, USR Series slotted rotors, and 3GD Series dimpled and slotted rotors.

If you feel a vibration or pulsation in the brake pedal during normal braking, this means your rotors are warped and require truing to smooth them out—or possibly replacement.

Destroying your brake rotors is another common consequence of excessive heat. When the rotors become warped, they lose their smooth, even surface, causing uneven contact with the brake pads.

Practice smooth braking: Aggressive, sudden braking wears down pads and rotors faster. ... When you brake, the caliper squeezes the brake pad onto the brake rotor to bring your car to a stop.