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carbon ceramic brakes

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Too Afraid to Ask

Carbon ceramic brakes are a special kind of brakes that are lighter and can handle more heat, making them great for fast driving and racing.

Technical Definition

Carbon ceramic brakes are a high-performance braking system that uses carbon fiber-reinforced ceramic materials, offering superior heat resistance and reduced weight compared to traditional steel brakes.

Hear It Discussed

"So it has like the CR1 wheels and the big carbon ceramic brakes, but it's just the normal"
2025 Year in Review Bring a Trailer Podcast 01:14

"carbon ceramic brakes, carbon fiber aero, which is 109 with that package. The Grand Sport is only 15 more than a base."
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"And if you spend a bunch of money and get carbon ceramic brakes, it's technically lighter. And that's exactly what you need for titanium exhaust or whatever."
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