In 1982, the 757-200 became the first subsonic jetliner to offer carbon brakes as a factory option, supplied by Dunlop.
By the late 1980s, carbon brakes were used by all competitors in almost all top level motor sports.
First use of carbon brakes at landing.
This is because the carbon brakes need to be very hot to function properly, and the water cools them too much.
The landing gear was redesigned with larger wheels and carbon brakes.
For those aiming at the red badge of courage or track days, opt for the carbon ceramic brakes.
The carbon brakes in combination with tyre technology and the car's aerodynamics produce truly remarkable braking forces.
It employed a very early version of the carbon brakes that were in universal use by the mid-1980s-a concept taken from the aircraft industry.
Options are the selection of a comfort seat or a sportseat, carbon ceramic brakes, and fitted luggage.
The modifications included removal of significant weight, chip & computer tuning, new harder suspension system and carbon brakes.