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Akebono Brake Corporation is the North American arm of Japan's Akebono Brake Industry, an original-equipment friction manufacturer trusted by GM, Ford, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Subaru and Tesla.

1,154 Akebono partsIn stock, ready to ship
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Guaranteed FitOr we pay the return
Free shipping over $502–5 business days
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Why Akebono

Akebono Brake Corporation is the North American arm of Japan's Akebono Brake Industry, an original-equipment friction manufacturer trusted by GM, Ford, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Subaru and Tesla. Founded in 1929 and building pads in Kentucky, Akebono is the benchmark for ultra-premium ceramic brake pads that deliver quiet, low-dust, fade-resistant braking with no break-in period. Its aftermarket lines — ProACT for Asian and domestic vehicles, EURO for European applications, and Severe Duty for trucks and fleets — bring true OE friction quality to the aftermarket. Note: Akebono makes friction only, so pair its pads with quality rotors.

Akebono at a glance
Founded1929
Parts we stock1,154
WarrantyLimited defect-at-sale warranty
Parent companyAkebono Brake Industry Co., Ltd.
Fitment verified before checkoutShips from US warehouses30-day return policy
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Who makes Akebono brake pads?
Akebono Brake Corporation, the North American subsidiary of Akebono Brake Industry Co., Ltd. of Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1929, Akebono is an original-equipment brake friction supplier to automakers including GM, Ford, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Subaru and Tesla, with US manufacturing based in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.
What warranty do Akebono brake pads carry?
Akebono provides a limited warranty covering defects in material and workmanship at the time of sale. The remedy is exchange of the nonconforming product; nonconforming pads must be returned to the seller or installer within 30 days of purchase with proof of purchase. Installation and removal costs are not covered.
Are Akebono pads as good as OEM?
In many cases they ARE the OEM — Akebono builds original-equipment pads for major automakers, and its aftermarket ProACT, EURO and Severe Duty lines use the same ceramic friction technology. They are known for ultra-quiet operation, very low dust, and no required break-in period.
What is Akebono's specialty?
Premium ceramic brake friction — pads and shoes only. ProACT covers Asian and domestic vehicles, EURO covers European applications, and Severe Duty is engineered for trucks and fleet use. Akebono does not manufacture rotors, so pads should be paired with a quality rotor brand.
Where are Akebono brake pads made?
Akebono's aftermarket pads for the North American market are proudly made in the USA at its Kentucky operations, backed by the Japanese parent company's 90+ years of brake design and production expertise.
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Akebono

Akebono Auto Parts

Akebono Brake Corporation is the North American arm of Japan's Akebono Brake Industry, an original-equipment friction manufacturer trusted by GM, Ford, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Subaru and Tesla.

1,154parts in stock
OE qualitygenuine catalog
Guaranteedfit or free return
Free ship $50+2–5 days
Shop Akebono for your vehicle

Add your vehicle from the garage in the top bar, then browse the full Akebono catalog that fits it.

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The brand

Why Akebono

Akebono Brake Corporation is the North American arm of Japan's Akebono Brake Industry, an original-equipment friction manufacturer trusted by GM, Ford, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Subaru and Tesla. Founded in 1929 and building pads in Kentucky, Akebono is the benchmark for ultra-premium ceramic brake pads that deliver quiet, low-dust, fade-resistant braking with no break-in period. Its aftermarket lines — ProACT for Asian and domestic vehicles, EURO for European applications, and Severe Duty for trucks and fleets — bring true OE friction quality to the aftermarket. Note: Akebono makes friction only, so pair its pads with quality rotors.

1929Founded
Akebono Brake Industry Co., Ltd.Parent company
Questions

Akebono, answered

Who makes Akebono brake pads?
Akebono Brake Corporation, the North American subsidiary of Akebono Brake Industry Co., Ltd. of Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1929, Akebono is an original-equipment brake friction supplier to automakers including GM, Ford, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Subaru and Tesla, with US manufacturing based in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.
What warranty do Akebono brake pads carry?
Akebono provides a limited warranty covering defects in material and workmanship at the time of sale. The remedy is exchange of the nonconforming product; nonconforming pads must be returned to the seller or installer within 30 days of purchase with proof of purchase. Installation and removal costs are not covered.
Are Akebono pads as good as OEM?
In many cases they ARE the OEM — Akebono builds original-equipment pads for major automakers, and its aftermarket ProACT, EURO and Severe Duty lines use the same ceramic friction technology. They are known for ultra-quiet operation, very low dust, and no required break-in period.
What is Akebono's specialty?
Premium ceramic brake friction — pads and shoes only. ProACT covers Asian and domestic vehicles, EURO covers European applications, and Severe Duty is engineered for trucks and fleet use. Akebono does not manufacture rotors, so pads should be paired with a quality rotor brand.
Where are Akebono brake pads made?
Akebono's aftermarket pads for the North American market are proudly made in the USA at its Kentucky operations, backed by the Japanese parent company's 90+ years of brake design and production expertise.