Power Stop Disc Brake Pad Set

Power Stop Disc Brake Pad Sets: Performance-Engineered for Every Driver

When it comes to stopping power that goes beyond the factory baseline, Power Stop has built a reputation as one of the most trusted names in the disc brake pad set category. With over 738 pad set SKUs spanning virtually every make and model, Power Stop approaches brake pad design the way serious engineers do — matching compound blends, shim geometry, and backing plate coatings to the specific demands of each vehicle application.

Power Stop organizes its disc brake pad lineup into distinct performance tiers, making it straightforward to match the right pad to the right use case:

• Z16 Evolution Ceramic: Power Stop's entry-level upgrade for daily drivers. The Z16 features a ceramic formula designed to maximize stopping power while reducing brake dust and eliminating noise, with a low-dust formula validated through on-vehicle third-party tests in the USA. OE positive mold technology and a thermal scorched pad surface ensure consistent wear and a fast break-in, while dual-layer high-temperature rubberized shims insulate noise for virtually silent braking.
• Z17 Evolution Plus Ceramic: A step up from the Z16 for drivers who want OE-equivalent performance with upgrades. The Z17 Evolution Plus ceramic brake pads feature a ceramic formula designed to maximize stopping power while reducing brake dust and eliminating noise, using OE positive mold technology with a thermal scorched pad surface to maintain consistent wear and ensure a fast break-in. Stainless-steel hardware is included, making the brake job easier to complete.
• Z23 Evolution Sport Carbon-Fiber Ceramic: Ideal for everyday cars, trucks, and SUVs that benefit from a meaningful performance upgrade. The Z23 Evolution Sport carbon-fiber ceramic brake pads are designed as an upgrade over stock brakes to reduce brake dust and eliminate noise, made with a low-dust ceramic formula infused with carbon-fiber for increased braking power.
• Z26 Street Warrior Carbon-Fiber Ceramic: Engineered specifically for muscle cars and high-performance vehicles. The Z26 Street Warrior carbon-fiber ceramic pads are designed as an upgrade over stock brakes to reduce brake dust and eliminate noise on muscle cars and performance vehicles, made with a low-dust ceramic formula infused with carbon-fiber to strengthen the compound and provide extreme stopping power under the most demanding conditions.

What Sets Power Stop Brake Pads Apart?

Power Stop creates each set of brake pads for one vehicle at a time using computer-aided design (CAD) to determine optimum compound blends and placement. This vehicle-specific engineering philosophy means the friction characteristics, shim configuration, and hardware selection are tailored — not generic. Positive mold technology delivers consistent wear and performance while the powder-coated backing plate resists rust and corrosion.

The low-dust formulation is verified through third-party on-vehicle testing , giving buyers confidence that the "low dust" claim isn't just marketing language. All brake pad sets include hardware to help get the job done. Whether you drive a commuter sedan, a tow-capable pickup, or a weekend track car, the Power Stop lineup offers a purpose-built disc brake pad set to match — backed by the full Power Stop brand commitment to accessible performance braking.