In response to increasing demand from factors and garages, leading UK clutch and brake specialist National Auto Parts has added further pads and discs to its burgeoning braking portfolio. This month alone, two new discs and 12 new pads have…
Source: SORL announcement ZHEJIANG, China — SORL Auto Parts, Inc. (NASDAQ: SORL), a leading manufacturer and distributor of automotive brake systems as well as other key safety-related auto parts in China, has announced the completion of its merger with Ruili…
Source: Chassis Brakes International TOKYO – Hitachi Automotive Systems, Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd. has completed the acquisition of Chassis Brakes International B.V. on October 11, creating an industry leader in automotive safety solutions. The combination of…
Autopart International has added brake pads to its OEF3 line of products. According to the company’s website: OEF3 Semi-Metallic and OEF3 Ceramic Pads provide superior grade friction in an entry level pad that has been designed to meet or exceed…
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — The National Safety Council is pleased to join a nationwide coalition of organizations dedicated to raising public awareness about automated vehicles and the safety benefits of advanced driver assistance systems. PAVE – an acronym for Partners for…
Groupauto International (GAI) honors ZF Aftermarket as ‘Supplier of the Year 2018‘ International dealer network awarded suppliers in the categories logistics, marketing, sales and quality ZF Aftermarket was named ‘Supplier of the Year 2018′ at the annual Groupauto International (GAI)…
ICER Brakes, a leading Spanish braking solutions manufacturer, will be showcasing its latest products at Automechanika Frankfurt 2024, one of the most significant global automotive trade fairs. The event will take place from September 10th to 14th, and ICER Brakes…
Consumer Reports is an independent, nonprofit member organization that works side by side with consumers for truth, transparency, and fairness in the marketplace. The opening paragraph of Consumer Reports’ mission statement sums up the almost-90-year-old non-profit’s role, but it does…
Frasle Mobility, a Brazilian multinational in the automotive aftermarket, has made the largest acquisition in its history by purchasing the aftermarket operations of the Mexican group KUO. The deal, valued at approximately R$ 2.1 billion, will consolidate Frasle Mobility’s leadership…
The auto industry’s main lobbying group is requesting the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to reconsider its recent rule requiring all vehicles sold in the US to have advanced automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems. The group contends that the…
ASK Automotive Limited, a leading force in India’s automotive sector and the largest manufacturer of brake shoes and advanced braking systems for two-wheelers, announced a significant joint venture with AISIN Group Companies, enhancing their reach in both domestic and international…
TMD Friction‘s ongoing labor dispute at its Hartlepool factory has escalated, with Unite, the UK’s primary union, highlighting the deepening crisis. The company, a key supplier of brake components to prestigious automotive brands including Rolls Royce, Ford, Nissan, Toyota, Bentley,…
Rivian Automotive is recalling 7,873 of its 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles due to a potential accelerator pedal issue that could prevent the “auto-hold” or “park” features from activating as intended. This increases the risk of unintended vehicle movement and…
All 20 automakers deliver on voluntary pledge, making automatic emergency braking standard in new vehicles. In a major victory for road safety, all 20 carmakers participating in a voluntary pledge have met the goal of equipping nearly all light-duty vehicles…
Frasle Mobility is making a significant appearance at Automechanika Shanghai 2023, one of the leading international automotive sector fairs. The event, scheduled from November 29 to December 2, is set to host exhibitors and visitors from 32 countries. Frasle Mobility,…
ASK Automotive, an established player in India’s brake components sector, recently transitioned to a publicly traded company with its Initial Public Offering (IPO). This event marks a pivotal moment in the company’s history, showcasing its growth and readiness to enter…
Hagerstown, IN – Autocar, LLC is initiating a recall of specific vehicles, citing concerns with the park brake warning light, which may incorrectly signal during an event of air loss. The incorrect illumination of the warning light might heighten the…
DERBHYSHIRE, U.K. — MJAllen Automotive has secured a new major distribution agreement with leading aftermarket distributor Marathon Warehouse Distribution (MWD). Under the new agreement, Marathon will supply the full National Autoparts braking range of brake discs, pads, shoes and fitting…
FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany — ZF is expanding its relationship with Oceaneering International, Inc., headquartered in Houston, to produce autonomous shuttles. The agreement aims to deliver a four-digit number of ZF‘s Group Rapid Transport shuttles to customers in the coming years. The…
SOMERCOTES, U.K. — MJAllen Automotive has outlined its strategy for the future as its new-look team plans to unveil new brands and products in the automotive aftermarket. Headed up by managing director, Les Kershaw, operations manager Julian Rose, commercial manager…
PALO ALTO, Calif. – Hesai Technology (NASDAQ: HSAI) has been named the top automotive lidar company for the second-consecutive year by Yole Group, a global advisory and market analysis firm recognized for its expertise in the semiconductor, photonic, and electronic…
HAGERSTOWN, Ind. – Autocar, LLC will recall certain model-year 2016-2023 heavy-duty trucks which may have a faulty parking-brake warning light or telltale. The recall population of 10,894 consists of 2016-2023 Autocar ACX (Expediter) and 2020-2023 Autocar ACX (Xpediter) trucks which…
SHANGHAI — At Auto Shanghai 2023, ZF Group showcases its latest innovations for electric, software-defined, and automated vehicles. For the first time in four years, Auto Shanghai 2023 – one of the leading shows of the global automotive industry –…
CAXIAS DO SUL, Brazil – Fras-le, world leader in the manufacture of friction materials, operating in the national and international markets with a presence in over 120 countries, will launch several new brake components at AUTOMEC 2023 – the 15th…
NEW YORK – The all-new three-row battery-electric (BEV) sport-utility Kia EV9 made its North American debut yesterday during the media day at the 2023 New York International Automobile Show. “With the launch of the EV9, we are incorporating our experience…