Brembo will introduce its new XTRA Ceramic Severe Duty Brake Pads at AAPEX 2025, setting a new standard for high-performance braking under extreme conditions. Designed for pickup trucks, SUVs, commercial fleets, and police vehicles, the Severe Duty line combines durability, low noise, and fade resistance to ensure consistent performance in the toughest driving environments.
Highlights
- New XTRA Ceramic Severe Duty Pads debut at AAPEX 2025, available early 2026 across North America.
- 52 part numbers at launch, covering major truck, van, and SUV platforms.
- SAE testing shows 18% shorter stopping distances, 10% better fade resistance, 33% less noise, and 13% improved wear over OE pads.
- Optimized for fleet, towing, and law enforcement applications.
Engineered for Heavy-Duty Demands
The new Brembo Severe Duty Pads feature a copper-free ceramic compound engineered to deliver safe, consistent braking and long-lasting performance. Tested through SAE-certified instrumented procedures, the pads demonstrated superior metrics across key performance indicators, including braking distance, fade control, and noise suppression.
According to Greg Tackett, Vice President of Aftermarket Americas at Brembo:
“Brembo Severe Duty is the perfect solution for customers that demand ‘XTRA’ braking solutions that can withstand the toughest driving and environmental conditions. Whether you’re a police officer in the line of duty or towing through extreme conditions regularly, Brembo’s renowned global quality and unparalleled performance has now changed the game in the popular Severe Duty category.”
Comprehensive Application Coverage
The Severe Duty lineup launches with 52 SKUs, covering a wide range of high-demand vehicles, including:
- Ford F-150 & Super Duty, Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, Ram 1500 & HD, Toyota Tundra, Nissan Titan
- Chevrolet Tahoe & Suburban, GMC Yukon, Ford Expedition, Jeep Wrangler, and Ford Explorer & Taurus Police Interceptor
- Mercedes Sprinter, Ford Transit, Chevrolet Express
Designed for Fleet and Professional Use
Ideal for police, towing, and commercial fleets, the new pads deliver enhanced safety through reduced brake fade, improved wear resistance, and quieter operation. The ceramic formulation also provides low dust output and vibration-free comfort for a cleaner, smoother ride.
Visually, the pads join Brembo’s XTRA performance line, featuring a silver backing plate and the signature red shim that reinforces the brand’s premium aesthetic.
About Brembo
Founded in 1961 in Italy, Brembo is the global leader in high-performance braking systems for cars, motorcycles, and commercial vehicles. The company’s products are trusted across motorsports, with over 700 championship titles to its name. Guided by the vision “Turning Energy into Inspiration,” Brembo continues to shape the future of sustainable, digital braking technologies.
With 16,000 employees across 18 countries, 39 production sites, and 10 R&D centers, Brembo achieved €3.84 billion in turnover in 2024.
Learn more at www.brembogroup.com.
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