Brakes Video

What is the primary function of a vehicle's braking system?

• To increase speed

• To decelerate an object in motion

• To maintain constant speed

• To change direction

   

Who was the first car maker to use a drum on a wheel to assist with braking?

• Henry Ford

• Wilhelm Maybach

• Citroen

• Tesla

How do hydraulic brakes differ from mechanical brakes?

• They use cables to operate

• They require more maintenance

• They use pressurized fluid

• They are less effective

What happens to drum brakes under intense conditions?

• They cool down effectively

• They become more efficient

• They can overheat and fail

• They stop working entirely

What material are most brake pads made from?

• Wood

• Plastic

• Semi-metallic materials

• Rubber