Are you tired of changing your brake pads all the time? Brake pads that wear out quickly cost you more money and provide less safety.
Which brake pads wear out the fastest? In general, semi-metallic brake pads wear out the fastest.
Curious about which brake pads to choose? Let’s break it down.
Which brake pads wear out first?
Semi-metallic brake pads wear out faster than ceramic or organic brake pads. Semi-metallic brake pads contain metal fibers. They are great for high-performance braking. However, because of the metal content, they wear out faster. They can get hotter, but they don’t last as long. If you do a lot of aggressive braking, you’ll find you wear those brake pads down really fast.
Which brake pads stop the fastest?
Semi-metallic pads have the best stopping power. They’re the most popular pad for high-performance vehicles. They handle heat well, which means they don’t fade as much during heavy braking. They stop your car the best, but they also wear out the fastest and produce the most dust. Ceramic brake pads are a good compromise. They stop your car well, don’t wear as fast as semi-metallic, and create less dust. But they may not perform as well under extreme conditions.
What type of brake pads last the longest?
Ceramic brake pads last the longest. They’re made from dense ceramic materials with some fine copper fibers in them. They last a long time, generate less noise, and produce less dust. Because they wear slower, they may not stop as well as a semi-metallic pad in extreme situations. But for everyday driving and longer pad life, ceramic brake pads work great.
Do cars use front or rear brakes more?
Cars use the front brakes more than the rear brakes because 70-80 percent of the braking force is applied to the front wheels. Therefore, your front brake pads wear out faster than your rear brake pads. In trucks and heavy-duty vehicles, the rear brakes can wear out quickly, especially if you tow a heavy load. Performing regular maintenance can help balance the wear between front and rear brakes on any vehicle.
In short, semi-metallic pads wear the fastest, while ceramic pads last longer—choose based on your driving style.
