The right set of brake pads can help you stop your Focus ST on a dime. Though the factory brake pads work well for basic driving, they're not built to handle high speeds and heavy braking.

The fine folks at Hawk Performance offer premium Focus ST brake pads for the front and rear brakes. These high-quality pads are gentle on the rotors, have a strong bite, and are virtually noise-free. They'll give you the extra stopping power you need for performance driving applications.

While you’re changing out your brake pads, you should also consider upgrading your brake rotors. You can even buy your rotors and pads together in a convenient brake kit. That way you can be sure all your brake components and hardware will work together.