According to Porsche, it turns out that we all have the wrong idea about carbon ceramic brakes.
You may not be selecting the right option box if you are opting for carbon ceramic brakes on your sports car to improve performance and wear. This surprising revelation was made by Paul Watson, the technical representative for Porsche Australia in an interview with Which Car. Watson reluctantly admits that Porsche originally advertised carbon ceramic brakes as being durable for the life of the car. However, owners quickly proved them wrong and made the product last much longer than they were intended. Carbon ceramic brakes offer a clear performance advantage. A significant reduction in unsprung mass can make lap times more enjoyable. If you are taking your car to the track for weekend fun, don’t expect brakes to last very long. Ceramic discs can become brittle if they aren’t used properly. “Heat buildup can cause discs to become less carbon-fiber-friendly. We recommend iron discs for club events.” Watson said.
We are understandably shocked and would imagine that Which Car’s interviewer was as well. We were left wondering about the intended purpose of carbon ceramic brakes. Who is Porsche’s target customer for its famed PCCB option. Which Car was also in the same boat, and asked them that question. Watson stated, “People who don’t like cleaning their brakes.” They don’t leave brake dust behind, which is a plus. Watson is not likely to be a fan carbon ceramic brakes. This information comes more or less directly from the source. Porsche’s reputation has been built on winning and racing their cars. Although high-performance innovations can improve lap times, roadgoing sports cars are generally better than those with carbon ceramic brakes,