Meneta North America Boosts Production

Meneta North America expands Rome, Georgia, facility with fine blanking lines to produce backplates locally, enhancing supply chain reliability and meeting American market demands with advanced technology.

Meneta North America expands Rome, Georgia, facility with fine blanking lines to produce backplates locally, enhancing supply chain reliability and meeting American market demands with advanced technology.

Teijin Aramid announces CEO transition: Peter ter Horst steps down, Taiichi Machida appointed effective October 1, 2025, bringing strategic expertise to lead the company’s next phase.

Brake Safety Week 2025, August 24-30, focuses on brake system inspections. Bendix offers tips on maintenance, component selection, and training to ensure compliance and safety.

Koenigsegg’s Jesko Absolut sets a new 0–400–0 km/h world record at 25.21 seconds, driven by advanced software and a twin-turbo V8, verified by Racelogic equipment

Brembo’s INFUSION 2025-26, hosted with Northwood University, offers executives a global leadership experience in Michigan and Italy, with exclusive site visits and 7 CEU credits.

Greg Ladley joins BMC executive committee, bringing 20+ years of braking expertise. His role at ADVICS and MEMA engagement strengthens BMC’s mission for innovation and sustainability in the aftermarket.

Tribol Braking secures £500,000 investment and £245,000 TDAP funding to advance its revolutionary composite brake-pad technology, offering lighter, corrosion-free, and eco-friendly solutions for EVs and beyond.

The Kia EV4, Europe’s first Kia EV manufactured in Europe, excels in braking precision with advanced ADAS, standard DriveWise pack, and OTA updates, ensuring superior safety and control for drivers.

Though not always in the spotlight, FRIMECO provides essential materials—such as metal fibers, metal sulfides, and cashew-derived additives—that all leading friction-material manufacturers rely on to produce brake pads and related products. As the Vienna-based, family-owned company celebrates its 30th anniversary,…

First Line Ltd. launches 54 new parts, expanding aftermarket coverage with steering, suspension, friction, and more. Access components via WebCat and stay updated with email subscriptions.

International Motors recalls 21,317 vehicles for defective brake pressure switches, risking fires. Affected models include IC Bus and International vehicles from 2015-2024. Owners should park outdoors.

PureForge’s 100,000-mile/3-year brake rotor warranty covers wear and longevity, surpassing industry standards. Powered by Atomic-Forged® technology, it ensures durability, reduced maintenance, and enhanced performance for all drivers.

Borg & Beck offers a high-quality range of OE-matching brake wear leads. These essential components enhance vehicle safety by providing early warnings, preventing costly damage and supporting proactive maintenance.

Textar introduces DOT5.1 Ultimate brake fluid, featuring high boiling points, low viscosity, and compatibility with EVs and high-performance vehicles for enhanced safety and performance.

Euro 7 mandates stricter brake emission rules from November 2026. Trotec’s laser-based wear marking and carbon-ceramic discs help manufacturers comply, reducing emissions by up to 90% while simplifying maintenance.

ZF Aftermarket promotes Steve Bashir to Head of Aftermarket Sales, US & Canada, enhancing customer service and access to extensive portfolios for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and industrial segments.

Bendix recalls 1,672 brake chambers due to air leaks that may cause parking brakes to drag, overheat, and risk fire; free replacements available for affected parts.

Inroble International, a brake component manufacturer, earned Canadian Tire's 2024 Supplier of the Year award, recognized for exceptional product quality, supply consistency, and collaborative support for its retail partners.

This SAE paper modifies the SLACT test for EVs, incorporating regenerative braking to predict lining life accurately. Results show pad life extending to 230,000 miles, enabling thinner pads for better packaging and cost savings.

SBS Friction A/S expands its Brake Academy with a certification program for motorcycle dealerships, offering expert knowledge, official credentials, and market differentiation in just two hours for enhanced braking expertise.

Baer BIG Claw HD provides affordable, bolt-on brake upgrades for 3/4 and 1-ton trucks, enhancing stopping power and thermal capacity with larger, slotted rotors and easy installation.

Galfer, a leading braking specialist, partners with top racing services at ISDE 2025 in Bergamo, offering riders world-class brake discs and pads for unmatched performance and safety.

TERREPOWER leads sustainable manufacturing, producing 17 million remanufactured units in 2024, avoiding 160,000 metric tons of CO2, and driving growth in the $413.7 billion aftermarket industry.

Mack Trucks, Inc. recalls 36 units of 2026 GR trucks due to incompatible brake components causing reduced function and FMVSS 121 noncompliance; free drum replacements offered.

ZF appoints Doru Taşcă as President of ZF Japan, where he will lead strategy while continuing as Global Key Account Executive for JOEM, enhancing partnerships in the automotive sector.