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 its brakes faster than the Yaris, even with the aid of regenerative braking!

Why? Because electric vehicles like the Prius carry an extra thousand pounds of weight from their battery. Yes, regenerative braking lasts longer by itself…but because hybrid and electric vehicles are heavier, brakes may wear out sooner than anticipated.

P.S. Did you know?

DFC’s Carbon Alloy Rotors are a direct replacement part for electric vehicles like the Tesla Model 3. They can also be paired with DFC 5000 ADVANCED brake pads.

DFC’s 5000 ADVANCEDÂ brake pads are a direct replacement part for electric vehicles like the Tesla Model 3. They can also be paired withÂ DFC Carbon Alloy Rotors.Â

DFC: A Commitment to Engineering Excellence

Here at DFC, we take pride in our commitment to R & D.

Our goal is as big as our challenge: to be the leader in developing best in-class brake parts for our industry. Because of this, our products undergo a rigorous research and development process that matches our drive and mission as a company. We invest in top research technology and leverage tools and resources to develop premium quality products that you can rely on.

1. Data Capture

We use state of the art, data acquisition equipment and software in order to measure all dimensions of an OEM part. We do this to ensure that every single product is accurate and faithful to the original design.

2. Modeling & Analysis

DFC uses parametric modeling to simulate real-world performance. We evaluate and optimize all of our designs accordingly, so you get real-world results.

3. Production Drawings

Production Drawings are created in-house, so we own the design and control the fit, the form, and the function of each. This allows us to control and maximize the safety and consistency of all of our parts.

4. Quality Control

To ensure that our end users enjoy a positive experience with our products, we use a mix of manual and automatic processes. Our calibrated measurement equipment and our optical CMM is used for a consistent and objective standard of quality; a standard of quality you can depend on.

Conclusion

At DFC, we use these four main engineering processes in order to give you what you deserve: safety and satisfaction. We’ll help you stop…when you’re ready to go.

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