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Brake pads are typically made of steel, copper alloy, graphite, or ceramic materials, which provide friction and heat dissipation when the brakes are applied. Brake pads will be attached to the side or top of the caliper, depending on the type of vehicle. 

Your vehicle has filters for both fluids and gases, both kinds performing the same job of cleaning whatever substance they were designed to handle. In the case of your engine and cabin air filters, they both accomplish a similar effect for very different reasons.

If you're like many Wilmington drivers, you probably don't think about your vehicle's belts and hoses. These parts tend to only come to mind when there's a problem. Squealing noises, poor performance and breakdowns are some of the results of belts and hoses that wear out or break. At Land Rover Cape Fear, we recommend that you make inspection of your engine's belts and hoses a part of your routine maintenance routine.

While accessory drive belts that power things like the alternator and air conditioning compressor could potentially last for years, 

Wheel alignments are very important for your vehicle because they allow your vehicle to drive as smooth and comfortable as possible. Many service technicians recommend having an alignment every six months while others recommend alignments if the drive has item something that cause damage.

It’s also recommended to have an alignment any time you put new tires on the vehicle. Whatever the reason, alignments are very important. Proper alignment promotes a more comfortable ride, better tire wear, and improved gas mileage. If the vehicle is in need of an 

Have you ever experienced hydroplaning? If you have, you know it can be extremely dangerous. Driving on wet roads makes all Wilmington, NC drivers vulnerable to hydroplaning, but there are steps you can take to avoid it.

There are several culprits that cause engine overheating. Some of them are more likely to manifest than others. All of the causes lead to a common, unfortunate scenario on the road. Our Wilmington, NC Land Rover Cape Fear team asked the techs in our service department to outline typical causes of engine overheating.

If you think that your car's battery could need to be replaced, there are a few ways that it can be tested. One is to take your car to Land Rover Cape Fear so that someone can test it for you with a multimeter. If you're at home, you'll want to start by turning off your ignition.