Upgrading to 370z akebono calipers for better braking

If you're looking to get a bit more bite out of your brakes, upgrading to 370z akebono calipers is probably the best bang-for-your-buck move you can make. It's one of those modifications that satisfies both the "I want my car to look cool" itch and the "I actually want to stop faster" necessity. Whether you're driving a base model 370Z that came with those tiny sliding calipers or you're looking to retrofit these onto an older G35 or 350Z, the Akebono setup is widely considered the gold standard for a reason. ...

February 11, 2026 · 7 min · Francisco Jason