Premium brake pads for Chevys and car humor
A reader asks if premium brake pads are necessary for a 1997 Chevy Lumina. The brothers explain that Chevrolet deems premium pads the acceptable option due to higher metallic content for better stopping power and durability, though they cost about $70 per set. They note cheaper pads may screech and wear faster, and drivers in taxis use low-cost pads to reduce noise, changing them weekly.
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Jaguar XK8 transforms with styling tweaks and strong road performance
The 2001 Jaguar XK8 coupe and convertible earn praise for sleek styling and solid road performance. Restyled taillights fog lamps and chrome upgrade the look, while the AJ-V8 engine delivers 290 horsepower and 290 pound feet of torque. Driver footrest remains an ergonomic flaw, but the car remains a spirited sports coupe.
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