Wheel bearings are a set of rigid steel ball bearings that form an essential part of a vehicle's steering, suspension, and braking systems. They are located inside a sealed metal casing in the vehicle ...

It's honestly pretty crazy how a car works. It's simply a collection of controlled explosions and metal-on-metal violence, all kept in check by clever engineering. And a wheel bearing, like many other ...

When wheel bearings go bad, you'll know. Here are some top replacements. If you’ve spent many years owning a car or truck, especially one that’s out of warranty, you’ve probably heard the song of the ...

Wheel ends are often overlooked in the quest for better fuel economy. But Joshua Kucera, product manager, Stemco, warns that ...

Zak is new to the CarBuzz team, working as a freelance content writer. When Zak isn't writing How To articles for CarBuzz he's working as a high school automotive technology instructor. Before ...

Any part failure is bad at track speeds. Few are worse than an entire wheel bearing failing. Without the benefit of the tethers most race cars are equipped with, there's a risk of the wheel simply ...

Wheel bearings may be small, but they’re critical for smooth rides and safe handling. Ignoring early warning signs like humming, grinding, or vibration can lead to costly repairs or dangerous failures ...

Modern wheel bearing replacements can unexpectedly affect brake pedal feel because repair steps may disturb hydraulic systems. This can cause a longer or softer pedal, leading experts to recommend ...

Joel Morrow says adjusting his wheel bearings to a slight preload condition helped him improve his results in the Run on Less fuel economy challenge. We have seen some compelling but anecdotal ...

Everyone recognizes the importance of regular oil changes and chassis lubrication, but front wheel bearing lubrication is often overlooked and indefinitely postponed. However, it is just as important ...