What causes brake slippage?
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Brake slippage can occur due to the following reasons: 1. Deterioration of friction material: For example, during downhill driving, prolonged or frequent use of brakes can generate high temperatures from the sliding friction between the brake pads and the rotor. Under high temperatures, the organic polymers in the material decompose. 2. Reduction in friction material hardness: Although brake rotors have a certain level of metal hardness, high temperatures can oxidize them, not only reducing hardness but also causing deformation after cooling. This accelerates rotor wear, reduces surface roughness, and creates deep grooves. Even replacing the brake pads won't improve braking performance, and severe deformation can lead to wheel imbalance and vehicle vibration.