What is a Brake?
A brake is a mechanical device that inhibits motion by absorbing energy from a moving system. It is used for slowing or stopping a moving vehicle, wheel, axle, or to prevent its motion, most often accomplished by means of friction.
Brakes Repairs in South Africa
Clutch n Brake Centre
Phone:+27 11 673 3256
Address: Cnr Main &, 15th St, Newlands, Randburg, 2092, South Africa
Brake-Pro
Phone +27 11 660 1946
Address: Krugersdorp Gauteng, 1739, South Africa
AUTO-STATION SERVICE & BRAKE CENTRE
Phone +27 21 007 5864
Address:314 Durban Rd, Bo Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
How much does it cost to replace brakes in South Africa?
The average brake pad replacement cost is R350 per axle and can range from R200 per axle up to R850 per axle.
Brake pads are available in different compounds to suit different driving needs. The harder compound lasts longer but needs to be warm before performing well and is more common on performance cars.
Which brake pads are best in South Africa?
Safeline is your No. 1 choice for safety. Our brake pads are manufactured to OEM quality, and our range of aftermarket brake pads fit up to 90% of vehicles on South Africa’s roads. Safeline is the only brake pad manufacturer in South Africa to be both E-Mark and SABS Certified.
How long do brake pads last South Africa?
Checking Brake Pads Without Removing the Wheels. Generally, brake pads are good for about 50,000 km.
Their real lifespan will depend on factors such as your driving style, where you tend to drive mostly, and the vehicle itself. Brakes should be checked about every 16,000 km.
What type of brakes last longer?
Ceramic brake pads typically last longer than semi-metallic brake pads, and through their lifespan, provide better noise control and less wear-and-tear to brake rotors, without sacrificing braking performance.