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Emmet Automotive Supply: Buy Brake Pads

At Emmet Automotive Supply we understand that different types of brake pads offer unique advantages for Petoskey drivers. All brake pads used to be made from asbestos because of its heat-absorbing properties. In time, brake pad manufacturers realized asbestos wasn't environmentally friendly. The automotive industry switched to organic, ceramic and metallic brake pads. Come by our store at 1829 US 31 North or call today at 231-347-5980 and let an auto parts specialist at Emmet Automotive Supply help you determine which brake pads are right for your driving style.

Organic Brake Pads

Organic brake pads are made of a mixture of synthetic fibers and resin. They can be found on two-thirds of new vehicles sold within the United States

Produce less dust than some other types of brake pads
Affordable, low price point
Generate a moderate amount of friction and less noise
Low stress on the brake rotors
Less reliable in extreme weather or with aggressive driving

Ceramic Brake Pads

Ceramic brake pads use a ceramic material very similar to the type of ceramics used to make pottery. Ceramic brake pads are embedded with fine copper fibers that conduct heat and reduce friction. Developed in the 1980s, ceramic brake pads are increasingly found on new vehicles.

Ceramic brake pads are extremely quiet
Produce less dust and other particles
Perform under a wide range of temperatures and driving conditions
More expensive than organic or metallic brake pads
Not recommended for very cold climates or racing

Metallic Brake Pads

Metallic brake pads are a mixture of 30% and 70% metal combined with a graphite lubricant and other binders. This compound is preferred by high-performance car and truck owners because they offer improved sensitivity under a wider range of temperatures and conditions.