Yes, installing a carbon fiber hood does indeed improve braking performance, but this improvement does not directly affect the braking system itself, but is indirectly achieved through "weight reduction" and "center of gravity shift".
※Core logic for performance improvement:
▲①Vehicle weight reduction, reduced inertia
The carbon fiber engine hood can reduce weight by 40% to 60% compared to the original steel parts (for example, from 22 kg to 7 kg).
→ Vehicle weight reduction → Braking inertia reduction → Braking distance shortened.
According to the research on the design and process of carbon fiber composite car engine hood, a weight reduction of 100 kg for the entire vehicle can significantly shorten the braking distance.
▲②Downward shift of center of gravity, enhanced stability
Weight reduction is concentrated above the front axle, equivalent to "overhead weight reduction", lowering the center of gravity of the vehicle, reducing the forward pitch during braking, and improving braking stability and tire grip
▲③Track testing verification
In the actual test conducted by WRX car owners, the braking distance at 100-0 km/h was reduced from 37.8 m to 35.4 m after replacing the carbon cover, an increase of about 6.3%. The remaining components were not modified
⚠️⚠️⚠️ matters needing attention:
★The extent of improvement is influenced by the overall vehicle quality, suspension, and braking system status, and is not absolute;
★ If the carbon cover is not designed with air ducts or connected to the brake cooling system, it will not directly improve brake thermal attenuation
Carbon caps will not 'upgrade' the braking system, but can 'amplify' braking performance by reducing weight. For car owners who pursue handling and track performance, this is a cost-effective indirect braking reinforcement method.
