Many automobile enthusiasts are discovering that while it can be interesting to judge a vehicle on how fast it can go from zero to 60, it can actually be more important to pay attention to how quickly it can safely go from 60 to a complete stop. This is particularly true if you have a […]
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Heavy Duty Brake Pads for Heavy Duty Applications
Want to tow like a pro? Haul like a pro? Off-road like a pro? Watch our 2020 R1 Concepts Truck Video Then certainly you know that you’re not going to be able to use factory brakes. Yes, while factory brakes are more than adequate for normal driving conditions, they’re far from ideal for more demanding […]
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We Are In This Together
The safety and health of our community, including our loyal customers and dedicated associates, are always of utmost importance to us. In effort to protect our communities and workplace, we are also taken the following measures in an effort to protect our communities and workplace: R1 Concepts employees have been wearing masks since April 8th, […]
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2020 Super Lap Battle: Circuit of the Americas, TX
The 2nd Annual Super Lap Battle at the Circuit of The Americas did not disappoint this year! With the addition of the Gridlife Touring Cup (GLTC), Cars and Coffee, and the growing car show, this event had everything an enthusiast or professional could want in a single exciting package. Let’s take a look at what […]
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Warped Rotors: What’s Actually Happening and How to Prevent It
How To Prevent Warped Rotors? What you call a warped rotor is usually uneven pad material or thickness variation across the rotor face. That uneven surface can create pedal pulsation, steering shake, or inconsistent braking whenever you apply the brakes. You can prevent many problems through correct installation, sensible braking habits, healthy pads, and regular […]
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Do You Really Need To Replace Brake Pads and Rotors At The Same Time?
Replacing brake pads and rotors together gives your braking system fresh, matched friction surfaces during the same service. Even when one component appears usable, we recommend swapping pads and rotors together for consistent braking performance. Your pads and rotors work directly against each other, so replacing both avoids pairing new components with worn surfaces. That […]
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