Abarth 600e Scorpionissima Tests Reveal Unexpected Brake Dust Collection Issue
Prague, Czech Republic – September 24, 2025 – Initial road tests of the Abarth 600e scorpionissima are highlighting an unusual design element: a dedicated “dust trap” integrated into the vehicle’s brake calipers. Automotive journalists at auto.cz observed and documented the presence of a block positioned on the brake stirrups, apparently intended to collect brake dust. The purpose and long-term implications of this feature are currently under investigation.
This unexpected component raises questions about Abarth’s approach to brake dust management and potential impacts on brake performance and maintenance. While brake dust is a byproduct of normal braking, the deliberate collection of it within the caliper assembly is a novel approach. The revelation, first reported by auto.cz on September 23, 2025, affects owners and prospective buyers of the Scorpionissima model, and potentially future abarth electric vehicles. The long-term effects on braking efficiency and the frequency of required maintenance remain to be seen.
The auto.cz article, authored by Michal Kollert, details the observation during testing of the high-performance electric vehicle. kollert noted the presence of the block during a visual inspection of the braking system. The article, published September 23, 2025, includes photographic evidence of the component.
The source article credits the author and photographer, Michal Kollert, for the reporting and imagery.