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Ceramic brake pads are an attractive alternative for many drivers to the OEM (original equipment manufacturer) pads that came on the car when it was new. History The use of ceramic brake pads is a relatively new phenomenon. For many years automakers offered new cars with brake pads that were either semi-metallic or composed of an asbestos-based compound. As health concerns grew around the use of asbestos, semi-metallic or low-metallic pads became the standard for most automakers.
Basic pads for trucks run about $40-$80, med grade ceramic run $50-$100 and top quality pads run $70-$130; depending on quality, brand name, etc. Rear shoes usually cost less and normally there is no need to use high quality shoes. Truck brakes are always more than cars, because the pads are larger.