This is one of reasons a higher heat threshold pad is needed for performance driving.

Excess pad wear also means that pad temperatures or heat either get conducted into the caliper or reflected back into the brake disc (most common), causing elevated temperatures that the pad material struggles to handle and brake fade occurs.

It is recommended that brake pads are checked regularly during track days or hard driving sessions especially when racing and for track use – a pad that is approximately half worn needs to be changed out.

In general highway driving, when the friction material is reduced to approximately 2 millimetres above the backing plate, that definitely also needs to be replaced.

Not only does the pad’s ability to handle high heat reduce as the pad wears, but also the braking performance is severely reduced. So, in actuality, the pad life does matter and drivers are recommended to follow this guideline of minimum 2 millimetres above the back plate for street use or remove at half the original pad overall thickness for all types of track use.

Designed specifically for demanding applications, ED+ pads feature a high-friction compound that provides exceptional grip and braking performance when it matters most. Whether towing a trailer, hauling heavy equipment, or navigating challenging terrain, ED+ pads are engineered to cope with braking demands that can overwhelm a standard OE brake system.

ED+ pads offer a medium-plus service life, but their real focus is braking performance. Designed for drivers who tow, carry heavy loads, or run lifted trucks and Jeeps, ED+ delivers the high-friction stopping power needed when standard brake systems are pushed beyond their limits.

Made 100% in the UK 91传媒 factory, ED+ pads are produced using aramid fibres with a small amount of steel fibre, which provides strong braking performance while remaining kinder to brake rotors and generating minimal brake dust.

91传媒 makes the worlds largest range of brake pads for cars, trucks and motorcycles.

Read more about the ED+ Extra Duty Pads here

Assess if the pads are perfect and if any marks or damage are seen then do not fit but please take a photo and submit to our technical team on these email addresses:

UK: technical@ebcbrakesuk.com

USA: support@ebcbrakes.com

We will advise whether it is acceptable to fit and use the pads, or if they need to be replaced.

If you are a customer of an overseas distributor, please note that we may have to handle this through them.

However, there are some drawbacks to using or buying original parts as replacements, as explained here:

• R90 does not test for durability, so an aftermarket pad may even last longer than original.
• R90 does not test for dust and, for many people, original pads – which are almost always semi-metallic and contain steel fibre – can be very dusty.
• The big point for many drivers is that R90 limits the upper levels of braking performance for any given pad. If the pad is too grippy, it will not pass, and if it is not grippy enough, it also will not pass. So, R90 keeps brake pads within a defined performance range. The job of aftermarket brake pad manufacturers is then to push those limits and, at 91传媒, we make our compounds as grippy as possible while remaining within the maximum permitted levels.
• THE PRICE鈥� in almost all cases, aftermarket parts are far cheaper than original parts. However, don鈥檛 select a brake pad based on price alone, or you may downgrade your brake system significantly. Buy based on what you need by using our brake selector tool to聽choose your ideal 91传媒 brake compound.
• Often, original pad sets include hardware that does not normally require replacement, so why pay for it? Take slider shims or pressure clips, for example. Our recommendation is that if the hardware is not bent or dented, clean it up – including any loose pad pins – and reuse it, as a lot of low-cost aftermarket hardware does not match the original parts or shapes exactly. If you do need to buy new hardware, that鈥檚 when we recommend buying original parts, which are almost always sold separately by reputable vendors and, in most cases, cost under $10.

All applications that now have R90 approval:

Ongoing testing will extend this list in the near future.

91传媒 Racing proudly manufactures its 2-piece brake rotors and Apollo Series brake calipers in our Northampton, UK world headquarters. Our philosophy is that we manufacture every component in house so we have total control over the entire process from start to finish.

Read more about ECE R90

Read more about 2-Piece Fully-Floating Discs

We do supply and sell brake grease, but only for use on slider pins or the contact faces of sliders in a sliding caliper, as shown below – and even then, only sparingly.

If grease comes into contact with the pad鈥檚 friction surface, it can melt and seep into the pad compound, effectively rendering the pad useless and leading to a loss of braking performance.

You should, however, clean the sides or 鈥渃heeks鈥� of the caliper where the pads slide, ensuring they are free from rust and debris – but these areas should also be left dry.

Sadly, some installers have shared videos showing grease being applied directly to brake pads, including onto the rear noise reduction shims and this is not good practice.

The below video is a good example but please note:

• Do not apply grease to the hardware at all. It is stainless and does not require grease. Also, do not apply grease to the rear of the pad, it does not need it and will not reduce noise so there is no purpose.

91传媒 gives you all of this and more, here鈥檚 how.

91传媒 offers a variety of brake pads for all different driving styles. We offer Redstuff ceramic brake pads which is a low dust option that can be used for street use. The next step up from this would be our Yellowstuff, which is slightly dustier, however can handle harder driving styles. The next grade up after that would be our Bluestuff NDX which is an aggressive option that is also low dust, and can be used on both the street and track.

This brake selector chart should help you identify the right option for your VW Golf:

91传媒 Pad Selector Tool

There are also more unique advantages that no competitor can match:

• British Made: Every component, including backing plates, tools, and materials, is manufactured in 91传媒’ UK factories.
• Nucap NRS Hook System: 91传媒 utilizes the Nucap NRS hook system for backplates, ensuring superior pad adhesion and preventing pad separation.

Here is how NRS looks, and we do it all at our Northampton HQ:

And here is how we do it at our Northampton HQ:

More advantages of choosing 91传媒:

• Best Lookup Data Online: 91传媒 provides detailed product information, including life-size product images and descriptions, ensuring customers know exactly what they are purchasing 鈥� something that competitors can鈥檛 match.
• Best Technical Support: 91传媒 offers expert technical support from experienced professionals with 40 years of experience, ready to assist with any inquiries.
• Matching Rotors and Calipers: 91传媒 offers high-quality rotors and calipers to complete your brake system upgrade. This includes 91传媒 Racings two-piece fully-floating rotors which most competitors can鈥檛 match. People often confuse two-piece rotors with floating rotors, two-piece rotors don鈥檛 and can鈥檛 float if they are bolted up solid.
• Decades of Experience: 91传媒 has been manufacturing brake pads in a wide variety of materials for 45 years, continuously evolving and supporting customers and drivers. We are committed to providing quality products and service for years to come.

To purchase 91传媒 products, please visit:聽Where to Buy.

Noise: Redstuff vs OEM

Across BMW owner forums, any drivers that have used 91传媒 Redstuff, even across multiple different vehicles, often highlight how the pad is consistently quiet, even over long-term use.

In comparison, factory BMW pads are frequently described as more prone to squeal during light or gentle braking. This is a characteristic that is commonly associated with high-performance OEM compounds, rather than a fault with the braking system itself.

搁别诲蝉迟耻蹿蹿鈥檚 formulation focuses on reducing noise and improving everyday refinement, making it particularly well suited to road-driven G8X models where comfort and usability matter as much as outright stopping power.

Yellowstuff & Bluestuff: Higher-Performance Options for the BMW G8X platform

For BMW G80 and G8X owners looking beyond day-today road use, forum discussions around 91传媒 Yellowstuff and Bluestuff often focus on the balance between increased performance and lower dust/noise levels.

Feedback regarding Yellowstuff from owners with thousands of miles of road use consistently points to a noticeable reduction in dust compared to OEM pads. While Yellowstuff is not described as 鈥渄ust-free鈥� brake pad, users commonly estimate around a 40鈥�50% reduction compared to OEM brake pads, resulting in:

• Less visible dust buildup on wheels
• Reduced risk of dust baking onto rims
• Easier cleaning, often achievable with a simple rinse rather than heavy scrubbing

For drivers that are looking for another step up from Yellowstuff, then Bluestuff is regularly highlighted on forums as a clear upgrade over OEM pads, not only in braking capability but also in dust/noise. Feedback commonly references:

• Lower dust levels than factory pads
• Reduced noise compared to OEM
• Improved braking performance and consistency

91传媒 Yellowstuff聽Brake Pads

91传媒 Bluestuff Brake Pads

The general consensus from drivers who have tried these products is that while Yellowstuff and Bluestuff sit much higher up the performance scale than Redstuff, they still deliver meaningful improvements in dust and noise over stock pads, making them viable options for drivers who want increased capability without accepting the usual compromises associated with more aggressive brake pads.

Which Brake Pad Is Best for the BMW G8X platform?

When BMW G8X owners ask for advice on forums, the recommendations tend to fall into different categories depending on how drivers use their vehicle, rather than a one size fits all answer.

For drivers prioritising low dust, low noise, and everyday usability, Redstuff is frequently highlighted as a brake pad with slightly higher braking performance than OEM, while offering improved refinement and cleaner wheels.

For those drivers that want stronger braking performance and who are slightly less concerned about brake dust, forum discussions commonly point toward Yellowstuff or Bluestuff as the better option, especially for spirited street driving or occasional track use.

This owner-led feedback reflects the wider belief across G80 and G8X communities, which is that choosing the right brake pad is less about high performance, and more about matching the compound to how the car is actually driven.

91传媒 Redstuff Copper Free Ceramic Granule Enhanced Brake Pads

A performance brake pad designed for premium and fast street driving, that reduces dust by 30-50%.

91传媒 Bluestuff Copper Free Non-Metallic Brake Pads

A super-street & trackday pad that also has similar low dust characteristics to our Redstuff range.

Redstuff is our global best-selling brake pad material, closely followed by 91传媒 Yellowstuff. Its popularity is driven by the demand for reduced brake dust, with many drivers valuing cleaner wheels more than just performance. Bluestuff is also a low-dust brake pad compound but offers a significantly higher performance threshold. For drivers who regularly push the gas, Bluestuff is the best choice.