Screech! When a driver pushes on the brake pedal,
it starts a process that causes the vehicle to stop. You
literally trust braking systems with your life every time
you get into a vehicle or cross a busy intersection, but
how does this process work? It begins when the pedal
is pushed. At this moment brake fluid is released into
the area where the braking mechanisms are located. As
the fluid collects, leverage is created, which causes a
friction to be applied. If the braking system is
functioning properly, this friction will create a force that
will cause the wheels to stop and allow you to reach
your destination safely.