Brake fade is a result of: Before you start the test, please answer the question below regarding your insurance status. Without insurance you will not be able to drive in Idaho Do you currently have car insurance? Yes I have insurance. Great, you're all set! Click here if you still want to compare rates. No, I need insurance. Click here to compare rates from our insurance partner. Question Brake fade is a result of: Answers Exposure to sunlight. Exposure to moisture. Excessive use. Not using the brakes enough. Explanation If brakes are used too much, they will overheat and become less effective. This is referred to as brake fade. This questions appears in the following tests: Connecticut Double District Of Columbia Class A Knowledge Test Maryland Class B Knowledge Test Maryland Air Brakes Massachusetts Class A Knowledge Test Minnesota Passenger Nebraska Double New Jersey Air Brakes North Dakota Class B Knowledge Test North Dakota Class B Knowledge Test North Dakota Passenger North Dakota Air Brakes Tennessee Class B Knowledge Test Utah Air Brakes Utah Air Brakes