Australia's Experts in Automotive Braking Components!

Why 2 piece rotors? Benefits of 2 piece rotors

Greg Latham explains the benefits and style of 2 piece brake disc rotors! With examples from DBA alcond Alcon, including the V8 Supercar control brake rotor up until the end of 2012!

Which way do slotted brake rotors go? Slotted Brake Rotor Direction

Brakes Direct's technical director Greg Latham explains which way slotted rotors are supposed to turn, and dispels a lot of the myths behind this!

Top 5 DIY Mistakes When Fitting Brakes!

Greg 'Latho' Latham talks about the Top 5 mistakes that people make when fitting their own brakes!

The importance of upgrading rear brakes!

Greg 'Latho' Latham explains the importance and reasons for ensuring front and rear brakes are upgraded equally in heavy duty applications such as towing or track work!

What is Brake Fade? Which type do I have?

Got Brake Fade?! Recognize exactly what type! Brakes Direct's technical director Greg 'Latho' Latham explains the different between 'pad' fade, and 'fluid' fade, and what you need to know about both!

Border Ranges Rally 2013 • SS11 Happy Valley?

In car from Brakes Direct backed Australian Rally Driver Greg 'Latho' Latham in Round 4 of the QLD Rally Championship, the Border Ranges Rally!

Rattling or knocking problem with VT-VZ Brakes

Common issue of rattling with VT-VZ Front Commodore pads. Part numbers DB1331 and DB1344

The importance of machining or replacing rotors when changing pads!

Brakes Direct's technical director Greg 'Latho' Latham explains the importance of machining or replacing brake rotors when changing pad 'compounds'... not necessarily pads!