Glossary / Suspension

brake dust

16 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Brake dust is the tiny powder that comes off brakes when you stop; it can make wheels look dirty.

Technical Definition

Brake dust is the fine particulate matter produced when brake pads rub against rotors; it can accumulate on wheels and affect appearance.

Hear It Discussed

"Their drilled and slotted rotors keep brake temperatures low and carbon fiber ceramic pads give improved stopping power with less brake dust."
Real vs. Virtual Driving, No More Clutch?, The New One Is Better | Episode 1,043 Everyday Driver Car Debate 11:11

"Or there's a bit of brake dust on one of the wheel spokes. I'll go and get a bit of cloth and the little thing on the petrol pump and clean it off."
What cars are better to look at than drive? | The Car Podcast #71 The Car Podcast with Chris Harris & Friends 05:03

"they dust more around town than when you're driving them hard mmm what the hell's that all about so yeah I look into this scientist sidebar of temperature thing it's okay you know like it's..."
Camping While Awesome! - DWA! Podcast Ep. #934 Driving While Awesome 16:13