Why Good Brakes Go Bad

Obviously, certain driving conditions can accelerate brake wear. Stop and go traffic creates the most wear, but there are other types of driving that cause premature wear. Aggressive driving certainly will cause more wear, as will unnecessarily riding the brake pedal during driving. It follows, then, that the best way to maximize the life of brake pads is to avoid aggressive driving and avoid stop and go situations when possible. It’s also good to coast as much as possible, and to not rest feet on the brake pedal in non-braking situations. Brakes will wear out eventually, but there are ways to make them last as long as possible.