Participating MAP service facilities are hosting free brake safety inspections during the month of August in honor of Brake Safety Awareness Month.

These inspections are done not only to ensure your brakes are in sufficient working order, but to also help teach local drivers about the importance of proper brake system safety and maintenance.

The actual physical inspection covers a free thickness inspection of your rotors and linings, while the rest of the program revolves around the topic of safety.

“We welcome all drivers to come and learn firsthand about proper brake system and vehicle care,” Joe Henmueller, Motorist Assurance Program (MAP) President said. “And, August is a perfect time to have your car’s brakes inspected. In a few weeks, the back-to-school driving routine begins. Soon, Mom & Dad are either shuttling students with full schedules, or maybe sending their teenager off to college in an older family vehicle. Then, before you realize it, the holidays and winter are lurking around the corner. Checking brake condition and ensuring brake safety NOW offers peace of mind.”

To find a Participating MAP Facility in your area, please visit www.motorist.org