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Ideal Braking Control Tailored for European Models Akebono EURO ® Ultra-Premium brake pads are designed for use in the following vehicle applications: Audi, BMW, Fiat, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mercedes-Benz, MINI, Porsche, SAAB, Volvo and VW. OEM BRAND OF CHOICE ■ Friction formulas specially designed for European vehicles ■ European braking performance with enhanced pedal feel ■ Clean wheels ■ Ultra quiet: definitive control of noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) ■ Environmentally friendly with low copper content to comply with CA and WA 2021 restrictions ■ Ultimate upgrade for OE semi-metallic and low-metallic brake pads ■ Extremely rotor friendly for longer rotor life THE ESSENCE OF PERFORMANCE ■ Advanced technology, high Mu ceramic formulations for superior initial bite with outstanding pedal feel ■ Scientifically engineered chamfers and slots for enhanced NVH control (where applicable) ■ Precision-cut pressure plate ■ OE positive mold design ■ Sensors (where applicable) 350 THE ESSENCE OF BRAKING. ® THE ESSENCE OF QUALITY Experience the lowest warranty rate and return business from satisfied customers. Best Overall AFTERMARKET IMPORT PRODUCT Import Vehicle Community A Community of the Auto Care Association
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Ideal Braking Control Tailored for European ModelsAkebono EURO® Ultra-Premium brake pads are designed for use in the following vehicle applications: Audi, BMW, Fiat, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mercedes-Benz, MINI, Porsche, SAAB, Volvo and VW.
OEM BRAND OF CHOICE■ Friction formulas specially designed for European vehicles■ European braking performance with enhanced pedal feel■ Clean wheels■ Ultra quiet: definitive control of noise, vibration and harshness (NVH)■ Environmentally friendly with low copper content to comply with CA
and WA 2021 restrictions■ Ultimate upgrade for OE semi-metallic and low-metallic brake pads■ Extremely rotor friendly for longer rotor life
THE ESSENCE OF PERFORMANCE ■ Advanced technology, high
Mu ceramic formulations for superior initial bite with outstanding pedal feel
■ Scientifically engineered chamfers and slots for enhanced NVH control (where applicable)
■ Precision-cut pressure plate ■ OE positive mold design ■ Sensors (where applicable)
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THE ESSENCE OF BRAKING.®
THE ESSENCE OF QUALITY Experience the lowest warranty rate and return business from satisfied customers.
Best Overall AFTERMARKET
IMPORT PRODUCT
Import Vehicle CommunityA Community of the Auto Care Association
INDUSTRY-LEADING PERFORMANCE BACKED BY THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE R&D!Akebono understands owners of European vehicles have a particular passion for the performance standards and design aesthetics unique to European models. Most drivers of European vehicles seek a driving experience using vehicle-handling techniques that are focused on spirited braking. This driving style is unforgiving on brake pads, making quality critical for maintaining performance. The Akebono EURO Ultra-Premium brake pad line successfully addresses performance-specific requirements of European automakers, providing the vehicle control and response that the manufacturer intended. Additionally, Akebono EURO Ultra-Premium brake pads are developed to fit precisely on each vehicle, and are formulated specifically to optimize cleanliness and rotor compatibility.
Ultra Quiet and Low Dusting ■ Precise Fit and Rotor Friendly ■ No Break-In RequiredSmooth and Confident Pedal Feel ■ Specifically Designed for European Vehicles
THE SOLUTION
THE PROBLEM
EURO Ultra-Premium brand products are environmentally friendly and adhere to the low copper requirements under California and Washington restrictions.
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