Posted on 2/5/2026
Brake pad replacement is one of the services your vehicle will undergo repeatedly throughout its lifetime. Even if you drive an electric vehicle, while the brake pad replacement intervals are much longer, your vehicle will undergo this repair repeatedly (yes, you can bring your Tesla, Rivian or F-150 Lightning to South Denver Automotive for brake pad replacement – we will take good care of your vehicle.) Brake pads wear out over time. They are designed to do so. It is actually quite remarkable how long they last, considering the pressure, heat, and friction generated every time you press the brake pedal. Most manufacturers recommend brake pad replacement when the thickness of the pads goes down to between 1 mm and 4 mm (0.04 in to 0.16 in). At South Denver Automotive we recommend once-a-year brake inspection to ensure that the entire braking system functions correctly. In between the inspections, we ask that you let us know, any time you visit our shop, if anyt ... read more