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DFC: Brake Pad Program

Friction Friday Series Co-Founder Dino Crescentini provides a brief overview of our award-winning brake pad program. DFC’s mission is to deliver quality, innovation, and value in the automotive industry. We make it our top priority to provide the widest range of coverage on the market. From Vintage Alfa Romeo’s to modern 2022 applications, our brake pad program can fit the need of any driving style. We don’t spend time on entry-level products, we like to set the standard. DFC 3000 CERAMICDFC 3000 Brake Pads are formulated to provide optimal and reliable stopping performance, excellent fade resistance, low dust, and stable […]

Testimonial Tuesday: “You will not be disappointed”

Testimonial Tuesday is back! Today we catch up with Brake Specialist Eli from Brake World in Royal Palm Beach, FL. A year and half ago, Eli found himself needing an upgrade in brake quality. After evaluating several important options, he switched to DFC. Since then, Brake World uses DFC Brake Parts exclusively, and they haven’t looked back. Click the video below to watch his testimonial. Eli understands that when it comes to brakes, you need top quality, dependable parts. Yes, performance and function are important, but it’s equally important to satisfy the customer and avoid those dreaded comebacks. He adds, “We’ve been absolutely satisfied with […]

Testimonial Tuesday: Fleet Edition

Testimonial Tuesday is back (Fleet Edition)! Today we catch up with Fleet Manager David Nichols from Washington County/Johnson City EMS in Johnson City, TN. Nichols oversees a fleet of 54 vehicles that provide emergency response to roughly 32,000 callers a year. Click the video below to watch his testimonial. Nichols understands that drivers who frequently carry heavy loads require heavy duty stopping power. That’s why his Fleet “rides exclusively on DFC products.” He adds, “We have found that the GEOSPEC high-carbon content rotors resist cracking. The 1214 Series Heavy Duty Brake Pads resist fading and stop well at all temperatures.” There’s […]

Testimonial Tuesday: “They have a good brake performance, no noise and no dust”

Testimonial Tuesday is back for 2022! Today you get to catch up with German from 4G’s Auto Repair in Los Angeles, CA. Having switched over to DFC Brake Pads, German describes them as having “good brake performance, no noise and no dust like other pads do.” Click the video below to watch his testimonial. As you know, excessive noise and dust are an absolute no-no when it comes to pads. With DFC Brake Pads, you’re getting a premium product that reduces noise and dust. “That’s why we like it,” says German. DFC’s mission is to deliver quality and innovation by manufacturing OE quality brake products for […]

Tech Talk: 2018 Honda Accord Brake Install

The Honda Accord continues to be one of the bestselling sedans in the country. Did you know it was also the first foreign vehicle to be manufactured in the US? It was first produced by the Honda plant in Marysville, Ohio, in 1982. We recently did a Brake Install for a 2018 Honda Accord, replacing stock parts with our GEO-KIT 5000 Brake Kit. Click the video to check out the install. We’ve simplified the confusing process of finding the right parts by developing a brake kit program designed to fit you or your customer’s needs. The GEO-KIT 5000 Brake Kit includes: DFC GEOSPEC Coated […]

DFC’s 5000 Brake Kit

At DFC, we’ve simplified the confusing process of finding the right parts by developing a brake kit program designed to fit your customer’s needs. Now you won’t lose time searching out all the necessary components, and you’ll effectively restore your vehicle’s braking system performance. DFC offers the widest range of brake options available so you can perform the perfect brake job, regardless of budget or specifications. What do we typically recommend? The DFC 5000 Brake Kit. The DFC 5000 Brake Kit includes: DFC 5000 ADVANCED Brake Pads – Specially formulated for each axleon every vehicle to maintain balanced baking, critical […]

“Born Into a Family of Auto Mechanics” – The Dino Crescentini Story

It often happens that the greatest stories are born from taking a wrong turn. It was the Summer of 1972. Italy clothed itself in cheer and festivity ahead of a monthlong holiday. All roads seemingly lead to celebration. Meanwhile, the Crescentini family, having veered about a mile off the highway, chanced upon a factory moments before closing. “How come there’s been a 6 month back order for this one filter (an Alfa Romeo rear filter)?” When it was revealed that the bureaucracy of Alfa Romeo couldn’t decide what to do with their parts, sparks flew and an idea was born. “I was born […]

Why is DFC selling so many brakes for electric vehicles?

Welcome to “Questions with Dino,” a new series where DFC Co-founder Dino Crescentini answers common customer questions. Today’s question: Why is DFC selling so many brake products for electric vehicles when those vehicles have regenerative braking? Regenerative braking, found in both hybrid and electric vehicles, provides longer lasting brakes compared to gas-powered vehicles because there is far less braking during normal use. So why are so many brake products sold for hybrid and electric vehicles, when their brakes should last far longer? Questions with Dino To answer this, Dino considers the Toyota Prius and the Toyota Yaris. Both vehicles have the same fundamental chassis. However, the electric Prius may wear out […]

FMSI Honors DFC for a 5th Consecutive Year!

For a 5th consecutive year, DFC (Dynamic Friction Company) has been honored by FMSI (Friction Materials and Standards Institute) with the 2021 award for New Assignments and Applications. DFC is proud of its contribution to the brake industry and honored by the recognition. We have been recognized in the following categories: New Vehicle Applications: 113 New Disc Steel: 39 New Disc Friction: 37 New Relationships: 17 Total: 206 Carry Overs: 54 We look forward to serving the automotive industry by continuing to provide new vehicle friction applications. “DFC continues to demonstrate unwavering commitment to providing the aftermarket with high quality brake components. This year’s FMSI award is an affirmation of […]

Testimonial Tuesday: “Almost perfect right out the gate”

Testimonial Tuesday is back! Today we’re catching up with Bryan from Ken’s Auto Center in San Diego, CA. Having received zero negative feedback, Bryan describes DFC brake pads as “almost perfect right out the gate.” Click the video below to watch his testimonial. “Typically,” Bryan says, “your OEM pads are soft and they create a lot of dust. We notice with the DFC brake pads the dusting is significantly less…50% I would say.” Not only is there less dusting from our brake pads, they also have a short break-in period and are a proper fitment. “Having a brake pad that fits into that factory hardware with ease and at […]