brake pad
Americannoun
noun
Example Sentences
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There are also concerns about the toxicity of brake pad components, which can affect water quality and human health.
From BBC • Aug. 4, 2025
One of the world's largest brake pad manufacturers came close to shutting down production due to staff shortages caused by the so-called pingdemic.
From BBC • Aug. 16, 2021
Ties envisions a bike that can detect a worn brake pad, for example, before the owner even notices, causing VanMoof to send a replacement part directly to the person’s home.
From The Verge • Sep. 16, 2020
To sweeten the deal for customers, Yoshi has begun offering customers other gas station staples, such as oil changes, tire checks, car washings and brake pad replacements.
From Washington Post • Aug. 10, 2018
The CR125 also features a newly-designed, slimmer, lightweight brake caliper, and a new brake pad compound to help guarantee better initial bite and more consistent braking feel.
From Time Magazine Archive
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