How do I make my brake pads last longer?

You can make your brake pads last longer by braking smarter, especially in Miami's stop-and-go traffic. Leave more following distance so you can coast and brake gently instead of slamming the pedal, anticipate stops and lift off the gas early to let the car slow naturally, and avoid riding the brake with your foot resting on the pedal. Reducing extra weight in the vehicle and keeping speeds reasonable also lowers braking demand. Choosing quality pads, such as long-wearing ceramics, helps too, along with keeping the brakes properly maintained so a sticking caliper does not wear pads prematurely. These habits can add thousands of miles to pad life. At Motoro Cars, our free brake inspection tracks your remaining pad life so you replace at the right time. Our ASE-certified techs in Wynwood and Doral can help. Call Wynwood at (786) 634-2002 or Doral at (786) 633-3220 today.