I am looking at getting new front brakes for my 2008 2.2 Cobalt and was wondering which pads are highly recommended. I have a VERY spirited driving style and am looking for something that will last and is relatively clean (I know you will always have brake dust). I am looking to purchase everything from R1 Concepts, so was also wondering what experiences anyone has had with them. Thanks for the input.

 

Hawk ceramics will be less dusty than most pads. Well, really any ceramic pads should have less dark dust. It tends to be lighter colored, but will still dust. There's no escaping that.

I recommend plain rotors. Slotted if you really must waste some money. Drilled is for show cars and people that just don't know any better.