Keeping the world’s fastest two-wheel racers under control as they traverse some of the most challenging racecourses provides a major Industry standards help to reduce risks, ensure consistency, and provide a reliable framework for the entire supply chain. Since 1948,…
FMSI has announced its Board of Directors and Officers for 2024-2025 following elections held during the FMSI Brake Weekend™ event. The new Chairman, Skip Carroll of Momentum USA Inc., will serve a two-year term, succeeding outgoing Chairman Mark Phipps of…
FMSI® Brake Weekend™ in Naples, Florida, proved to be a significant success, according to Frank Oliveto, President of FMSI. The event featured a sold-out supplier exhibit, insightful industry updates, and a charity golf shootout, raising $3,290 for a local children’s…
The picturesque city of Naples, Florida is gearing up for FMSI’s Brake Weekend, scheduled from May 31 to June 2. This gathering promises an enriching lineup of discussions led by an all-star cast of industry leaders in Artificial Intelligence (AI)…
FMSI is committing $5,000 to scholarships for Northwood University‘s Automotive Aftermarket Management students in their 3rd and 4th years. This initiative aims to alleviate the financial burdens of rising tuition costs, supporting students who show outstanding academic achievement, leadership qualities,…
The much-anticipated 2024 Brake Weekend, a flagship event in the aftermarket brake segment, is set to take place in Naples, Florida, from May 31st to June 2nd. This event, hosted by the Friction Materials Standards Institute (FMSI), is renowned for…
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — DFC (Dynamic Friction Company) has been honored by FMSI (Friction Materials and Standards Institute) for the seventh-consecutive year with the 2023 award for New Assignments and Applications. “DFC is proud of its contribution to the brake industry and honored…
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — FMSI reached a historic milestone assigning D2500 to the front brake pads on the 2023 Cadillac CT4, according to Frank Oliveto, president of FMSI. “Reaching this milestone and celebrating our 75th anniversary is a great accomplishment. FMSI…
NAPLES Fla. — FMSI recognized Rick Jamieson CEO of ABS Friction with a lifetime achievement award at the annual FMSI Brake Weekend™ held in Naples Florida. “I was honored to present Rick the award,” said Frank Oliveto FMSI president. “Rick…
NAPLES, Fla. — FMSI’s annual active member and board meetings recently held in Naples, Florida elected the following slate of officers and board members. Chairman: Mark Phipps, BoschPresident: Frank Oliveto, UTIL Group1st Vice Chair: Skip Carroll, New World Friction2nd Vice Chair: Kelisson De Azevedo,…
Source: FMSI announcement AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — FMSI and Northwood University have jointly agreed to start an annual FMSI scholarship program. “Our scholarship fund is for sophomores and juniors in the University’s aftermarket program,” said FMSI President Frank Oliveto. Related…
Source: FMSI announcement AUBURN HILLS, Mich. – FMSI begins 2023 with the addition of two new members, Brakes India and Motor Car Parts America. “Despite global consolidation in the brake industry our membership continues to grow,” said President Frank Oliveto,…
Source: FMSI announcement AUBURN HILLS, Mich. – Fras-le has agreed to be the premier sponsor of the 2023 FMSI Brake Weekend, June 2-4 in Naples, Fla. “We are very honored to sponsor such a wonderful event,” said Ivan Bolsoni Managing Director of…
Source: FMSI announcement AUBURN HILLS, Mich. –The Friction Materials Standards Institute (FMSI) will be celebrating its 75th anniversary at the 2023 FMSI Brake Weekend held in Naples Florida June 1st to June 4th at The LaPlaya Golf and Beach Resort. “I can’t think of…
Source: FMSI announcement CERRITOS, Calif. – Dynamic Friction Company (DFC) has been honored by FMSI with the 2022 award for New Assignments and Applications. This award recognizes DFC’s commitment to providing the aftermarket with high-quality brake components. DFC expressed pride…
Source: FMSI announcement AUBURN HILLS, Mich. – The FMSI held its annual active-members meeting June 5th in Naples, Fla., following the 2022 Brake Weekend program, both held in Naples, Fla. The active members elected the following individuals for two-year terms…
Source: FMSI announcement AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — The FMSI annual Brake Weekend will be held in Naples Florida June 3rd to June 5th with Brembo North America Chief Executive Officer Dan Sandberg appearing as the featured speaker. “We are very excited…
Source: FMSI announcement NAPLES, Fla. — FMSI held its annual Brake Weekend general session and active members meeting October 4th in Naples, Florida, where the active members elected the 2021/2022 board. The new group is: Bill Murray Chairman (NUCAP)Mark Phipps…
Source: Dynamic Friction Company announcement CERRITOS, Calif. — For the fifth consecutive year, DFC (Dynamic Friction Company) has been honored by FMSI (Friction Materials and Standards Institute) with the 2021 award for New Assignments and Applications. According to the company,…
Source: FMSI announcement AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Saikiran Divakaruni of ZF will be the feature guest speaker at the FMSI brake weekend Oct. 1 – 3 in Naples, Fla. “We are very pleased to have Mr. Divakaruni as our featured speaker,”…
Source: FMSI announcemnet AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — The FMSI board of Directors recently approved and welcomes the following new members: ITT Motion Technologies America LLC Automotive Manufacturers Equipment Compliance Agency Inc. “AMECA” Shandong Daqian Brake System Co. Ltd. NUADI Europe…
Source: FMSI announcement AUBURN HILLS, Mich. –Bosch aftermarket group has recently donated hundreds of original-equipment (OE) brake pad kits to support the expanded FMSI (Friction Materials Standards Institute) office and parts library in Auburn Hills Mich. Related post:Brake Weekend Scheduled…
Source: FMSI announcement AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — The FMSI annual Brake Weekend held in Naples Florida is scheduled for October 1st to 3rd. This will be the most significant in person event to attend for the aftermarket brake industry for…
TENNERT, N.J. – Chris Magello, better known to his more than seven-million YouTube followers as automotive guru ChrisFix, has recently released a video promoting one of the latest changes enacted by FMSI (Friction Materials Standards Institute), the organization which maintains…
Source: FMSI announcement AUBURN HILLS, Mich. – FMSI – Friction Materials Standards Institute – has changed the much-anticipated Brake Weekend to September 30th thru October 5th. The autumn program will be held in Naples Florida. “For the safety of our…