🛞 How Worn Brake Pads Affect Stopping Distance
🛞 How Worn Brake Pads Affect Stopping Distance
By Andrews Car Centre – Brake Replacement Experts in Lincoln
When it comes to vehicle safety, your brakes are your first line of defence — and worn brake pads can dramatically increase the distance it takes to stop your car.
At Andrews Car Centre in Lincoln, we regularly inspect brakes that are dangerously close to failure. Many drivers don’t realise just how much extra distance even a slightly worn pad can add when braking — especially in emergencies.
🧱 What Are Brake Pads & How Do They Work?
Brake pads are the friction material that press against the brake discs (rotors) to slow your vehicle down. Every time you press the brake pedal, you're wearing them down — millimetre by millimetre.
Over time, the friction material gets thinner, reducing your car's ability to stop quickly and safely.
📏 Worn Pads = Longer Stopping Distances
Even partially worn brake pads can cause:
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Reduced braking power
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Slower response time
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Increased stopping distance
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Brake fade under repeated braking
Imagine needing to stop quickly at 60mph — with healthy brakes, you could stop in around 36 metres. With worn pads, that distance could increase significantly, especially in wet or icy conditions.
That extra few metres could be the difference between a near miss and a collision.
⚠️ Signs Your Brake Pads Are Worn
Not all worn pads make noise — but here’s what to watch for:
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Grinding or squealing sounds
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Brake pedal feels soft or spongy
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Dashboard brake warning light
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Car pulls to one side under braking
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Visible wear through the alloy wheel
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Juddering when braking
If you notice any of the above, it’s time to book a brake check.
🧰 What We Do at Andrews Car Centre, Lincoln
We offer full brake inspection and replacement services, including:
✅ Front and rear brake pad replacement
✅ Brake disc and pad packages
✅ Brake fluid checks
✅ Electronic handbrake & rear caliper resets
✅ Brake system diagnostics
✅ Honest advice – no upselling, no pressure
We fit OE-quality parts, and we’ll always show you the condition of your brakes before we recommend any work.
📍 Book Your Brake Check in Lincoln Today
If you're not sure how worn your brake pads are, don’t take chances. We’ll check them while you wait and give you clear, honest advice on what (if anything) needs doing.
👉 Call us, book online, or visit Andrews Car Centre on Dixon Street, Lincoln.
✅ Same-day appointments available
✅ Trusted by Lincoln drivers for 25+ years
✅ Affordable, transparent pricing
✅ Safety first, always
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