EBC Brakes is one of the UK’s most respected manufacturers of high-performance braking components, known for supplying everything from replacement pads for daily drivers to race-ready compounds for motorsport use.
Whether you're an enthusiast, track-day regular, or someone who simply wants better performance from your vehicle’s braking system, EBC offers a wide range of brake pads and discs to suit different driving styles.
Founded in the UK, EBC Brakes manufactures a wide range of brake pads and discs for cars, motorcycles, commercial vehicles, and racing machines. They design, develop, and produce their components in the UK and the USA, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and performance.
All EBC products are R90 approved (where applicable) and E-marked, ensuring they meet or exceed road safety standards in the UK and Europe.
EBC’s product range covers:
They're known for using organic, ceramic, and sintered materials rather than metallic or asbestos-based compounds, which reduces dust and rotor wear.
EBC brakes are trusted by:
You don’t need to be a petrolhead to benefit — EBC also makes direct-fit OE replacement pads that outperform many factory-fitted options.
EBC uses a colour-coded system for their brake pad range. Each colour suits a different style of driving:
Ideal for small to mid-sized daily drivers or light commercial vehicles. Offers more bite than standard OEM pads with lower dust and good lifespan.
Targeted at heavier or performance-oriented road cars (BMW M Sport, Audi S-Line, etc). Known for smooth braking, low noise, and very low dust output.
A versatile high-friction pad that performs well from cold and resists fade at high temperatures.
EBC’s semi-race compound. Designed for heavier, high-performance cars used on track, but still legal for road use in the UK.
Track-only pad made for professional motorsport use. Not road legal.
Yes. EBC offers a variety of performance brake discs to match their pad range:
Pairing EBC pads with their matched discs can significantly improve stopping performance and durability.
EBC is one of the few brake manufacturers that truly caters to both ends of the market — from commuters to competitive racers — with no compromise on safety.
If you're looking for a brake upgrade that balances performance, quality, and safety, EBC Brakes is a brand worth considering. With options for every type of driver and a reputation built over decades, it’s no surprise EBC is a go-to name in the UK automotive scene.
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