Ferrari Makes Carbon Brakes Standard in Wake of F1 Double World Title

Ferrari 430 Scuderia

By Brian Potter
December 6, 2007 2:00 PM
Filed Under: European, Ferrari

Ferrari's clients get a nice surprise at the Bologna Motor Show, with the announcement that all Ferrari models from 2008 will be fitted with Brembo brakes along with carbon ceramic material (CCM) brake disks. Not only is Ferrari the world's first car manufacturer to offer such an expensive option as standard but was also the first to introduce the technology five years ago on the Enzo. With over 85% of orders on certain models including CCM brakes, Ferrari though it was appropriate to offer it range wide, but additionally to cross publicize this year's Formula 1 double world championship.

From the press release, “Brakes featuring CCM discs offer much more responsive braking as well as consistently excellent performance in intensive use. One of the most obvious advantages to adopting them is their exceptional fade resistance – fade in fact compromises the driver’s feeling of control when it comes to the pressure required on the brake pedal and responsiveness.”

“The CCM discs have a longer life under normal conditions, a fact that has clear financial advantages. Furthermore, even with continual track use, CCM brakes offer greater resistance to wear for better durability on track. “

“The CCM braking system also cuts around 15 kg off the car’s total weight which not only improves overall performance but also reduces unsprung mass and thus improves vehicle dynamics and ride comfort.“

Source: Ferrari

Comments

Aris_C
December 6, 2007 5:03 PM
Good news. I hope they keep the price standard as well... :) Porsche also received many positive comments for the use and durability of their brakes.

radmeister
December 6, 2007 5:53 PM
I have no clue why anyone would buy an F430 even if it comes with free carbon composite brakes and Monica Bellucci on the passenger seat. For the price you can get a Carrera GT with 200miles and have 1 of 1200.

Ghent2007
December 6, 2007 6:55 PM
oh no not Belluci but a hot Slovakian chick. Some parts of Monica's body are fake.

unknown
December 6, 2007 7:21 PM
they are worth every cent.

smeagol
December 6, 2007 10:19 PM
I think it's very well indeed... ferrari, porsche, lamborghini, etc.. have proved it works: there's less fade, last longer, less distance under braking, but i wonder if they'll raise the base price by the cost of the brakes??!?!?! if so, all they're doing is up jacking the price!!!!

skychao
December 6, 2007 10:29 PM
exactly how much longer do these brakes last though? cause replacement costs for these will be through the roof

unknown
December 8, 2007 1:00 AM
from talking to porsche mechanics, they can last over 80k miles. you just worry about pads.

radmeister
December 7, 2007 12:59 AM
How long doesnt matter, most of these cars never see past 20,000miles.

henyrmug
December 7, 2007 5:10 AM
what? brake fads? while everyone is talking about fads? any one has really experienced it, in a road car on a road driving conditions?

it is just makes ferrari more expensive, and owners feeling better... totally useless in 99.99% of the time

unknown
December 8, 2007 1:04 AM
learn to spell idiot. it's fade not fads. who let you use the computer?

puddingpuppet
December 9, 2007 6:44 AM
I think that he's saying that it's a fad. Don't need to tear his throat out or anything.

benz_man
December 11, 2007 11:28 AM
Hey henyrmug, how can it be useless when the un-sprung weight savings alone per wheel make CCMs worth the astronomical price? Economics 101; price per-unit drops with bulk purchases. So, by increasing supply 15% the price (per-unit) of the brakes should drop apprx 6-7% in 2008 for Ferrari, who knows if they'll pass it to the consumer. The price will continue to decrease as demand rises, and more manufacturers find more efficient (cheaper) ways of producing them.

moyusuf
December 9, 2007 7:39 AM
Oh great, now your brain could shoot to the back of your head when you take off, and fall out of your nose when you stop.

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