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Rotors: Material

Rotors: Material

Overview

What material makes up your car’s rotors?  Is all rotor material equally safe?  

Learn the array of different materials used for rotors.  

Brake Rotors Material Types

Resources Brake rotors are manufactured from many different materials, each with its benefits and drawbacks. Steel Brake Rotors Rotors made from steel are thinner and weigh less than cast iron rotors. They have excellent stopping ability and hold up well under overheating conditions. Common in

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