NATHAN’S VEHICLE CARE GLOSSARY
Brake Dust
Brake dust is fine residue produced by friction between braking components and commonly collects on wheels and nearby body surfaces.
Brake Dust at a Glance
- Entity type
- Vehicle particulate contamination
- Primary purpose
- The mixture can include metallic particles and road grime that bond more strongly when exposed to heat and moisture.
- Important limitation
- Dedicated wheel-cleaning and chemical decontamination processes reduce the need for aggressive scrubbing.
How Brake Dust Connects to Vehicle Care
The mixture can include metallic particles and road grime that bond more strongly when exposed to heat and moisture.
Dedicated wheel-cleaning and chemical decontamination processes reduce the need for aggressive scrubbing.