HB194Z.570 High-Performance Ceramic Brake Pads for Cars & Trucks - Low Noise, Less Dust, Superior Stopping Power - Perfect for Daily Commuting, Racing & Heavy-Duty Driving

I occasionally take my daily driver to the track, and part of my prep is to replace these daily Hawk "Z" brake pads with an "R" set. The "Z" pads have smooth onset of initial bite. I use this set in my rear brake calipers for everyday use.With a full set of Hawk "Z" pads installed, the braking force uses the full range of the braking pedal. It is trivial to modulate the braking force over such a large range. The sensation is they seem just a little softer than the original pads they replaced, requiring slightly more braking pressure for the same amount of "stop". I have to nearly bury the brake pedal in the floor before ABS will kick in. These pads have proven themselves in panic stops.The "Z" pads are one of Hawk's most street-centric pads. They are quiet at any level of braking force. My wheels are chromed so they show dust very readily, and these pads produce significantly less dust than any of the others I have tried, including the OEM.I have not used these pads on a race track. Given the amount of brake pedal travel required, I wouldn't feel safe with them and would advise one of Hawk's more performance-oriented compounds. But I am very happy with them for everyday street use.