We offer a range of specialised brake pads for different vehicles and driving conditions. Find the right brake pads for your vehicle today.
General purpose brake pads for everyday driving.
Using the latest Ceramic technology and specifically engineered for EV and Hybrid Vehicles.
Superior performance for European vehicles.
Specially formulated brake pads for on and off-road driving.
Specially engineered to suit the most extreme 4WD applications.
Muti-purpose brake pads for hard working vehicles.
High performance stopping for performance and prestige vehicles.
Exceptional stopping power for even greater confidence.
Extensively tested for high speed driving conditions
We offer a range of precision engineered disc brake rotors as the perfect complement to the extensive Bendix brake pad range.
Reliable & durable braking performance for ‘everyday’ vehicles.
Specially engineered brake rotors for European vehicles.
Increased strength and durability for peak performance.
Sports & performance disc brake rotors with advanced heat dissipation.
We’ve engineered our brake shoes specifically for Australian conditions to provide a reliable, economical brake shoe replacement.
Quality brake shoes, engineered for Australian conditions.
Bendix Ultimate 4WD Brake Drums are available for popular 4WD wagons and dual cab utes.
Featuring high quality metallurgy, Bendix Brake Drums deliver strong braking performance and low noise operation along with a confident and consistent pedal feel.
Our comprehensive upgrade kits contain everything you need to keep your vehicle in peak condition.
Brake pads, rotors, braided lines and more for your 4WD vehicle.
For selected 4WD wagons and dual cab utes, featuring advanced brake pads, disc brake rotors, calipers, braided lines and ancillary items.
For popular 4WD wagons and dual cab utes, featuring advanced brake drums and brake shoe kit and ancillary items.
Our electric secondary park brakes are the safe and cost-effective solution for improved park brake performance in popular 4WD models.
Increased braking performance for towing and heavy loads.
Advanced brake pads and disc brake rotors, braided lines and a host of ancillary items.
Experience vastly improved brake pedal feel and feedback with an upgraded brake hose.
A specialised brake hose upgrade for your 4WD vehicle.
Our electric brake controllers provide safe and effective stopping power when towing heavy loads, offering total control, comfort, and reliability.
For peace of mind and ultimate tow control, tow with the Bendix Ultimate Tow™ Electric Brake Controller.
Our premium electric brake wear sensors easily warn drivers when brake pads are nearing the end of their lifespan.
Easily warns drivers when brake pads are nearing the end of their lifespan.
Our Commercial vehicle range brings advanced engineering to brake pads, brake shoes and linings, ensuring increased performance and a longer lifespan for parts.
Designed to cope with high temperatures found in constant braking.
Designed to withstand extremes of heavy duty operation.
Long-lasting, reliable performance.
Rigorously tested to meet hard on-road conditions.
Our range of fluids and spray Auto Care products help you keep your vehicle in peak condition every day.
Minimises corrosion and optimises braking performance.
Lasting protections against friction, wear, and corrosion.
Fights oils, dust, dirt, and grease and stops brake squeal.
Removes grease and grime from engines, motors and workshop surfaces.
Prevents dirt and brings a shine to tyres, mudflaps, and bumpers.
Lubricates, protects and prevents corrosion.
Protects surfaces from scratching and prevents squeaking.
Lubricates, waterproofs, protects against corrosion, binding & squeaking.
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The hotter months of the year see many motorists couple the caravan or boat to their passenger car or four-wheel-drive, and head off on an extended road trip.
And while responsible owners will have their workshop undertake a precautionary pre-trip vehicle health check, especially if they intend to cover large distances in remote areas, when it comes to brakes, one important area that can be overlooked is the condition of the brake fluid. A combination of hot temperatures and the added braking demands placed on fully loaded vehicles – often towing as well – can quickly expose older or contaminated brake fluid.
Although the braking system is classed as a closed system, over time it can absorb small amounts of moisture through imperfect seals, microscopic holes in rubber hoses or even if the cap is left off the brake fluid reservoir for too long. This moisture can gradually mix with the brake fluid increasing its water content.
Having water within a hydraulic fluid is not a good thing. As well as reducing the transfer force of the brake fluid which affects how effectively pressure applied at the brake pedal is maintained all the way to the brake calipers or drums, it can also lead to a lower boiling point for the fluid. Hot temperatures amplify the problem, as do demanding driving conditions, such as when towing.
It's important to regularly monitor brake fluid levels and quality, particularly if planning a big trip in hot weather.
If the brake fluid does reach boiling point, bubbles in the brake system can form, leading to a spongy brake pedal feel which can delay braking response and diminish the brake force that ultimately reaches the calipers or drums. Both these scenarios will lead to increased stopping distances.
Along with providing stopping power, two secondary functions of brake fluid are to lubricate all the moving parts within the braking system and to help dissipate heat within the system, leading to reliable and predictable braking performance.
Like most fluids and oils used in a vehicle, the brake fluid should be periodically changed to ensure it remains fresh and uncontaminated, which in turn ensures the braking system is operating at its full potential. Owners should consult their service manual to learn more about their vehicle’s brake fluid changeover schedule, and are advised to conduct a precautionary test if likely to be driving in hot and demanding conditions.
Checking the braking fluid
To check the quality of the brake fluid, the owner or their mechanic can use an electronic brake fluid tester; the probe is dipped into the brake fluid reservoir and the tool analyses its quality, providing an estimate of the moisture within the fluid. More basic ‘strip’ tests are also available, which perform a similar function.
A technician uses an electronic brake fluid tester to gauge the moisture level of the fluid.
If the brake fluid does need replacing, your workshop will specify a fluid that’s in keeping with the vehicle’s OEM parameters and has an appropriate DOT (Department of Transport) rating.
DOT which is normally available in DOT 3, DOT 4, DOT 5 and DOT 5.1 and refers to the fluid’s wet and dry boiling points. A reference point for dry boiling point is when the fluid is brand new, while wet boiling point is when the fluid is 1-2 years old and already has some moisture content. As an example, dry boiling temperature for a DOT 4 fluid would be over 230°C, while the wet boiling temp could be closer to 155°C.
Hot temperatures and demanding driving conditions can quickly expose contaminated brake fluid.
As a general rule, the higher the DOT rating, the higher the boiling point and longevity of the fluid. DOT 4 fluids are the most widely used – Bendix offers both high performance Polyglycol DOT 3 and DOT 4 fluids, providing optimum performance in both hydraulic and conventional braking systems, meeting stringent Australian and U.S specifications. They’re a great choice to meet the rigours of demanding summer driving.
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