Inside the wheels are the brute force parts of your vehicle’s braking system. The Brake Pads or Shoes work with the rotors or drums to stop the wheels from turning, stopping the vehicle. Choosing the proper pads and shoes is important for proper braking performance.

Original Equipment replacement pads and shoes are designed to give your vehicle the same b... Read More

Brake Pads & Shoes Information

Why are Brake Pads & Shoes Part Important

Inside the wheels are the brute force parts of your vehicle’s braking system. The Brake Pads or Shoes work with the rotors or drums to stop the wheels from turning, stopping the vehicle. Choosing the proper pads and shoes is important for proper braking performance.

Original Equipment replacement pads and shoes are designed to give your vehicle the same braking performance as when the vehicle was new. But if you have done anything to increase the performance of the vehicle, you should also upgrade your brake pads and shoes to improve braking performance. If you drive in the mountains or carry heavy loads you should upgrade your pads and shoes as well.

Pads and shoes wear down when pressed against the rotors and drums. Using upgraded pads and shoes can slow down the wear in addition to increasing braking performance. Upgraded pads and shoes can also reduce heat which shortens the life of the parts and degrades their performance.

Brands

Akebono	ATE	Auto7	Beck/Arnley	EBC
FAP	Hawk Performance	Monroe Brakes	Omix-ADA	Power Slot
PowerStop	Raybestos	Stainless Steel Brakes	Wagner Brakes