This brake kit for my automotive beast is truly a game changer! Based on my observations, the ceramic material provides a smooth, quiet and powerful braking experience that is unparalleled by any other brake system that I have used before. THE drilled and slotted design yields great heat dissipation, providing optimum performance, even during extreme driving conditions. The only downside is that it costs a bit more than regular brake pads but, for the safety and performance it provides, it`s definitely worth the investment..