ZF's Brake-By-Wire System Never Needs Brake Fluid (Updated) The system is said to improve EV range while cutting maintenance costs. Photo by: ZF By: Dan Mihalascu Updated: Nov 14, 2023 at 11:10am ET ...

Brake fluid types aren't easily interchangeable; you'll need to stick with your manufacturer's prescription. "It's not like the old days where one brake fluid, or one transmission fluid, worked in ...

This superior thermal stability makes DOT 4 the go-to for vehicles that see more demanding braking and conditions, which has made it the standard brake fluid for most production cars after 2006.

Let's be clear, brake fluid is basically the lifeblood of not rear-ending that aggressively driven minivan. It's the stuff that magically -- okay, hydraulically -- turns your panicked foot stomp ...