Source: Chalmers University of Technology announcement GOTHENBURG, Sweden — Self-driving vehicles such as cars, ships and drones offer the potential for reduced costs, lower environmental impacts and fewer accidents. Now, a new open dataset from researchers at Chalmers University of…
Troy, Mich. — This is the third article in a series of four by NarcĂs Molina, Project Manager, Braking Systems in Applus IDIADA, about the relationship between brake creep groan and brake squeal in disc brakes. Relationship of Brake Creep…
Source: Volkswagen announcement Herndon, VA — Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced that the 2021 ID.4 was named a 2021 TOP SAFETY PICK+ by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). To qualify for a 2021 TOP SAFETY PICK+ award, vehicles…
Source: FERODO® announcement CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH, U.K. — FERODO®, a preferred original equipment (OE) brake products supplier for more than 100 years, has introduced innovative automotive brake pads using Fuse+ Technology to bridge the gap between outstanding braking performance and high-end comfort.…
Source: LSP Innovative Automotive Systems post UNTERFÖHRING, Germany —  The German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy BMWi is funding LSP GmbH’s development of a modular braking system for autonomous driving from Level 3 to Level 5 with a…
Source: Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems announcement ELYRIA, Ohio – Up to 80 women in the Acuña, Mexico, area have been or will be learning a new skill set that can be used as the foundation for starting their own business…
Source: Ineos Grenadiers announcement MANCHESTER, U.K., — The Ineos Grenadiers, the last major European bicycle-racing team using rim brakes, moved to Pinarello Dogma F Disc brakes at yesterday’s GP De Denain in France. After close consultation with the riders, performance…
Source: Collins Aerospace announcement TROY, Ohio – Collins Aerospace announced it has been selected by the U.S. Air Force and Lockheed Martin to provide boltless wheels and carbon brakes for 60 C-130J Super Hercules aircraft in production for the U.S.…
Source: Safran announcement GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas — Safran Landing Systems, inaugurates its new wheel and brake repair facility in Grand Prairie on September 15th 2021, in the presence of Cédric Goubet, Chief Executive Officer, and Nicolas Potier, Executive Vice President…
Source: Brembo announcement SOCHI, Russia — Brembo is celebrating another historic milestone with the 2021 Russian Grand Prix in Sochi: 800 Formula 1 races with at least one single-seater equipped with one or more Brembo braking components.​​ This long series…
Source: Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems announcement ELYRIA, Ohio – Bendix is pleased to offer a special salute to maintenance pros during National Technician Appreciation Week. “Think about it: The ability of every delivery truck to drop off goods in our…
Source: Knott Brake Company announcement LODI, Ohio – The Knott Brake Company partnered with its long-term powdered metal supplier, Sintergy Incorporated, to develop a new concept in the manufacture of 6-inch drum brake shoes using the powdered metals manufacturing process,…
Source: Pagid Racing announcement TROY, Mich. — As of 2022, PAGID Racing will be exclusively supplying the Toyota Gazoo Racing Iberian Cup with High Performance brake pads. The newly created one-make rally series will have eight rounds in Spain and…
Source: Fact.MR announcement ROCKVILLE, Md. — The global automated truck market is projected to grow at a healthy CAGR (compound annual growth rate) of more than 22 percent from 2021 to 2031, touching an impressive valuation of more than $1.5…
Source: Wabtec post PITTSBURGH, Penn. – Innovative rail brake systems are key to cost control and reduction. They must be smarter and lighter, cutting total cost of ownership, while at the same time improving energy efficiency. To enhance network resilience and…
Source: Keronite post HAVERHILL, U.K. — The automotive industry places a lot of focus on replacing heavier iron components with lightweight alternatives such as aluminum or carbon composite. This is especially true in high-performance vehicles for motorsport, where every kilogram…
Source: TSE Brakes announcement CULLMAN, Alabama – TSE Brakes, Inc., a worldwide producer and supplier of premium quality brake actuators and brake adjusters for the on-highway and specialty vehicle markets, has launched its TSE-Sense™ Smart Air Brake Actuator. Telematics has…
Source: Randon announcement FARROUPILHA, Brazil —Randon Companies, particularly Fras-le and the Randon Technology Center – CTR, have taken another step into the future with the discovery of a new method for obtaining niobium nanoparticles on a large scale. This innovation…
Source: Safran Landing Systems announcement PARIS — Canadian ultra-low-cost carrier Flair Airlines has selected Safran Landing Systems wheels and carbon brakes to equip its 737NG and 737MAX aircraft fleet. Safran Landing Systems will supply Flair with wheels, brakes and carbon…
Source: Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems announcement ELYRIA, Ohio – With recent upgrades to its Bendix® ACom® PRO™ diagnostic software, Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems equips fleets and technicians with the leading-edge tools – including a new integrated “Bendix Demo Truck” –…
Source: Bosch announcement PLYMOUTH, Mich. – New accident research released by Bosch yesterday revealed the potential of Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) to significantly improve road safety. According to Bosch’s findings, when AEB is present in all vehicles, the technology could…
Source: ZF announcement CLEVELAND — ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions division — launching Jan. 2022 — is focused on delivering intelligent, and function-led technologies and systems required for future autonomous, connected and electric commercial vehicles. ZF displayed these comprehensive safety and…
Source: PFC Brakes announcement CLOVER, S.C. — PFC Brakes has once again teamed up with Charlotte, N.C. web development firm CC communications to completely reimagine, redesign, and launch the all-new pfcbrakes.com.   “Together with the PFC marketing team we are…
Source: ZF announcement FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany — ZF Aftermarket wants to enable an attractive mobility experience for everyone. New products such as the WABCO Modular ABS Sensors and the TRW Electric Brake Booster for e-vehicles exemplify a future-oriented and convenient product…
Source: Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems announcement ELYRIA, Ohio – Consider these three demands of modern full-function air dryer technology: more dry air for the systems today’s trucks depend on; improved energy efficiency; and air system diagnostics. The new Bendix® AD-HFi™…