Sonya Lopez, 31, of Moberly, Missouri and John Lorentzen, 72, of Sturgeon, Missouri were involved in a two vehicle crash on April 6th, 2010 on northbound Highway 63 at McComas Road. According to the report of the Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop F, Lorentzen was driving a 1989 Ford dump truck when he pulled into the path of a 2002 Ford Taurus, driven by Lopez. Lopez was taken by ambulance to Boone Hospital Center in Columbia for treatment of her injuries.
You never know when you're going to have to make a sudden stop, and properly maintaining your car's brakes will help keep yourself and your passengers safe. Some of the most common signs of brake wear are a low or spongy brake pedal, and continuous squeals or grinding sounds. If your car shows any of these signs, repairs may be necessary. Have your car checked out by a qualified, trusted mechanic.
For more information on braking and safe driving tips, visit this Edmunds' article, Keep Your (Braking) Distance: More Than Just Slowing Down.
