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If you are looking for high performance brake rotors, you may want to consider buying cross-drilled or slotted rotors. There are several brands that offer these types of rotors, many of which begin with the same high quality Brembo brake rotor blanks. Both cross-drilled and slotted rotors are designed to upgrade your current brake system and improve braking capabilities.

Cross-Drilled and Slotted High Performance Brakes
One of the problems with friction is that heat is generated. This heat can produce gases that form a layer between the brake pads and the rotors, actually keeping them apart. Brake fade is inevitable in these circumstances. The way to get around this is to give the gases a place to escape to. Cross drilling increases the air surface on the rotors. This allows them to dissipate heat and gases in a more efficient way. They also offer superior performance in wet weather conditions.

Another high performance brake rotor option is slotted rotors. While cross-drilled rotors offer better cooling and are generally lighter, slotted rotors are less prone to cracks, as slots do not compromise the structural integrity of the rotors. Slotted rotors have multiple shallow slots along their surface for heat and gases to escape. They are very popular for both racing and street use due to their high durability.

With both cross-drilling and slotted rotors, position is everything. Holes are not drilled in random patterns, but are instead placed with a specific purpose in mind. Slots are designed to take into account the direction of rotation. For this reason, these rotors are side-specific, with left and ride side rotors, and should be purchased in pairs.