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  Scania disc brakes  
   
 
What makes disc brakes so much better?

The superior performance characteristics are the result of better heat dissipation and less fade. The disc and pads retain their shape, maintaining the maximum contact area. Under frequent and heavy use, drums and shoes can suffer distortion that will reduce friction contact area. Effectiveness is bound to decrease, though a driver may not notice the gradual degradation.
Disc brakes

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