Cool, so that is why I am going to die young(ish). Also, living near major roads sucks balls. Do whatever you can to get away from them. Archive: https://archive.today/5453U From the post: >>Microscopic particles emitted from brake pads can be more toxic than those emitted in diesel vehicle exhaust, a study has found. This research shows that even with a move to electric vehicles, pollution from cars may not be able to be eradicated. The researchers found that a higher concentration of copper in some commonly used brake pads was associated with increased harmful effects on sensitive cells from people's lungs, as a result of particles being breathed in.