Dear Tom, Every time I hit the brake pedal, my brakes make this awful high-pitched squeal. When I stop at a light I get stares from people. It’s embarrassing! I just had the brakes done last month, so ...

Many motorists in Ireland replace their brake pads far too late, often waiting until a harsh metallic grinding noise occurs.

(AOL Autos)-- Automotive expert Tom Torbjornsen answers a woman's question about squealing brakes. Take your car back to the shop. Sounds to me like the pad insulators, anti rattle clips, or calipers ...