Porter's Automotive & Tire
2849 South Main Street, High Point, NC 27263 336.431.5100

Brake System

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Bad Vibes (Disc brake rotor problems)

If you were to name the most important safety feature on your vehicle right now, what would your answer be? A lot of driving experts would agree that it’s your brakes.  Most newer vehicles ...
Published on: Aug 11, 2024

Disc Brakes

Your brakes are extremely important as you drive around High Point, NC. Having good brakes just keeps you out of trouble. You'll want to carefully maintain your brakes. With disc brakes, bra...
Published on: Dec 26, 2022

Brake Rotor Problems

Disc brakes are called disc brakes because of the big metal disc – or rotor – that spins with the wheel.  The brake pads rub against the rotor to slow the vehicle.  In technical ...
Published on: Nov 05, 2021

Disc Brakes

Question:What are the signs that I need a brake job?Porter's Automotive & Tire Answer:Signs of brake problems often fall into one of two categories for High Point : making noise or a pulsation in the ...
Published on: Jan 01, 2020

Anti-lock Brakes Has Video

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: Aug 18, 2019

Disc Brakes

Your brakes are extremely important.  Having good brakes just keeps you out of trouble.  You’ll want to carefully maintain your brakes.  With disc brakes, brake pads rub on a disc...
Published on: Jul 15, 2017

Disc Brake Maintenance At Porter's Automotive & Tire In High Point

Your vehicle weighs several thousand pounds and it takes a lot of force to bring it and your passengers to a safe stop – so everything needs to be in good working order. The wheel hub keeps you...
Published on: Apr 23, 2013