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What Are Brake Discs?

Brake discs are a critical part of your braking system, helping to slow your car down smoothly and bring it to a halt. When the brake pedal is pressed, the brake pads squeeze against the brake discs, creating the friction that slows the wheels and stops the car. Typically, brake discs are made of cast iron or ceramic metal, and look like flat, smooth discs that are attached to the wheel.

How Do You Know When Brake Discs Need Replacing?

If you notice that your car is taking longer to come to a stop, it could be a sign that your brake discs need replacing. Your car will start to give you some warnings when your brake discs are wearing too thin.

Vibration or wobbling through the steering wheel when braking
Longer stopping distances
Brake pedal is less responsive
Grinding, screeching, or squealing noises when braking
Car veering to one side when braking
Sticking handbrake

For safety reasons, you should always replace both brake discs on an axle at the same time. This makes sure your braking system is balanced.

FAQs

How long do brake discs last?

There’s plenty of factors that affect the lifespan of your brake discs; your driving habits, driving frequency, quality of the discs and age of your car all play a part in how often you’ll need to replace them. Generally speaking, you’ll likely need to replace them after 20,000-50,000 miles and should have them checked every year.

How do I make sure I order the correct brake discs for my specific vehicle?

To guarantee a perfect fit, always use our vehicle registration lookup tool at the top of the page. This filters our entire stock to show only the brake discs that are an exact match for your car's make, model, and year.

Can I fit brake discs to my vehicle myself?

You should never fit any part to your car without the correct tools and experience to hand. If you’re unsure, use a qualified mechanic to replace your brake discs safely and effectively.

Will changing a brake disc on my vehicle affect the warranty?

No, changing a brake disc on your vehicle shouldn’t affect the warranty. You’ll need to ensure that any replacement parts meet the requirements specified by the manufacturer. Check this in your vehicle’s warranty documentation or user manual.

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