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The following is a guest editorial by Dr. Behrooz Rezvani founder and CEO of Neural Propulsions Systems, Inc., a pioneer in autonomous driving and sensing platforms. Most Americans are leery of self-driving vehicles because putting our lives—and the lives of our loved ones—in the hands of artificial intelligence is too…
Source: PartsinMotion.co.uk announcement EXETER, U.K. — The online aftermarket supplier PartsinMotion.co.uk has extended its very popular Apec braking range with the addition of new-to-range premium quality brake pads, discs and calipers from the Apec Black range. The new in stock Apec Black references include brake pads and calipers suitable for…
Source: NRS Brakes announcement TORONTO — Designed to match the adventure and durability of the Jeep Wrangler, NRS Brakes now offers the latest in brake pads engineered for 2018-2021 Wranglers. Galvanized brake pads from NRS Brakes deliver the safety and performance that Jeep Wranglers require, making them a perfect match.…
Source: MAVAL Industries announcement TWINSBURG, Ohio – MAVAL Industries, LLC announced its successful acquisition of Ascent Tranz Group, LLC, an industry leader in commercial vehicle service parts for air disc brake calipers, pads, rotors and brake chambers. Ascent Tranz has a reputation for providing A-LINE® branded engineered solutions to warehouse…
Source: Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems announcement ELYRIA, Ohio – Sept. 2, 2021 – For close to a decade, building beds for children who need a safe, comfortable place to sleep has been a passion project for Luke Mickelson, founder of the nonprofit organization Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP). And on…
Source: Knorr-Bremse announcement MUNICH — Knorr-Bremse, the global market leader for braking systems and a leading supplier of other rail and commercial vehicle systems, has once again contracted with the Czech Republic’s largest vehicle manufacturer Skoda Transportation a.s. to supply original equipment for light rail vehicles and commuter trains. The…
Source: ZF announcement SHANGHAI — ZF has launched its next generation mid-range radar to support advanced ADAS safety functions and enhance the available ZF coASSIST semi-automated system on the Dongfeng Aeolus Yixuan MAX in China. ZF’s mid-range radar is a high-performance 77GHz front radar designed to meet 2022+ Euro NCAP…
Source: Luminar Technologies announcement MUNICH — Luminar Technologies, Inc (Nasdaq: LAZR) will premier its Proactive Safety™ system in on-road demos for European automakers at the IAA Mobility Summit September 7–12. The company also announced an expansion of its customer ecosystem through two new integration partnerships with Tier 1 global automotive…
Source: Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announcement ARLINGTON, Va. — Nearly a decade after the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) first called for a federal mandate requiring street-legal motorcycles to be equipped with antilock braking systems (ABS), the data continue to pile up in favor of this lifesaving technology…
Source: AEye announcement DUBLIN, Calif. — AEye, Inc. (NASDAQ: LIDR) the global leader in adaptive, high-performance LiDAR solutions, announced a partnership with Benchmark Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: BHE). As one of the world’s leading providers of engineering, design, and manufacturing services, Benchmark will ensure the quality and reliability of AEye’s 4Sight™…
Source: Continental announcement FRANKFURT AM MAIN, Germany – Continental has appointed Hans-Jörg Feigel (62) as Head of Strategy and Future Solutions in the business area Autonomous Mobility and Safety (AMS), effective September 1, 2021. In his role, Feigel also becomes a member of the Management Board of AMS. Feigel, who…
Source: Advanced Braking Technology announcement WANGARA, Australia — Advanced Braking Technology Ltd (ABT), the preeminent supplier of fail-safe brakes for commercial vehicles in Australia, finished fiscal year 2021 (FY21) with a 15-percent increase in revenues and 263-percent increase in net profits when compared to FY20. FY21 Highlights Total Revenue of…
The following was posted by Keronite on its work to eliminate brake fading with modern components. The link to the entire post also provides a means to obtain the company’s white paper of its research on this subject. HAVERHILL, U.K. — Successful braking is key to vehicle safety. High-performance sports…
Source: ZF announcerment Friedrichshafen, Germany — ZF concluded the first half of 2021 with positive sales and earnings figures. In contrast to the first half of 2020, which was significantly impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, the company generated sales of €19.3 billion (2020: €13.5 billion) in the first six months…
Source: ZF announcement LIVONIA, Mich. — Locomation, a leading provider of autonomous truck technology solutions, has announced a comprehensive agreement with ZF, one of the largest automotive and commercial vehicle suppliers in the world, for joint development of steering units to enhance autonomous truck safety. Under the terms of the…
Source: CarParts.com announcement BEDFORD, Ill. — Joining the No. 34 CarParts.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: PRTS) Ford Mustang team and driver Michael McDowell as they return this weekend to the Daytona International Speedway after their Daytona 500 victory in February will be PowerStop, the leading brand in performance braking systems. PowerStop will…
Source: Kia announcement IRVINE, Calif. – The 2022 Kia Carnival MPV has been awarded the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) TOP SAFETY PICK (TSP) rating just months after the vehicle’s introduction. The designation applies to the Carnival when equipped with LED projector headlights and built after March 2021. The Carnival…
Source: Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announcement ARLINGTON, Va. — The infrastructure bill passed by the U.S. Senate this month contains a slew of long-awaited road-safety provisions. Many of them are based on or supported by research by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and the Highway Loss Data Institute.…
Source: NRS Brakes announcement TORONTO – NRS Brakes earned AutoGuide’s Editor’s Choice Award for Best Brakes for the second consecutive year. The annual Best Brake Pads guide noted that NRS brake pads outlast traditional painted brake pads “while also offering quieter operation and improved braking performance” The review also champions…
Source: Neotek Corporation announcement MEMPHIS – Neotek Corporation recently announced a pair of executive promotions at the brake-rotor and brake-drum manufacturer located in Memphis. Bradley Norwood, currently Sr. Product Manager has been promoted to Director of National Accounts. Norwood has emerged as a valuable leader for the organization with his…
The following is excerpted from an interview with Dr. Peter Laier, Knorr-Bremse member of the Executive Board since 2016, with worldwide responsibility for the Commercial Vehicle (CV) Systems division, and was posted on the company’s website. The interview is far ranging, covering a number of CV-related topics. Dr. Laier, where…
Source: Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems announcement ELYRIA, Ohio – The road is a terrible place to wonder whether your replacement brake shoes were truly remanufactured – or just relined and given a new coat of paint. And knowing matters: Not quite a decade after beginning serial production of Bendix® remanufactured…
Troy, Mich. — This is the second article in a series of four by Narcís Molina, Project Manager, Braking Systems in Applus IDIADA, about an investigation of the relationship between brake creep groan and brake squeal in disc brakes. Relationship of Brake Creep Groan and Squeal in Disc Brakes (Part…
Source: MEYLE announcement HAMBURG — “Digital first” is the motto of the Hamburg-based aftermarket parts manufacturer MEYLE. Especially in pandemic times, virtual encounters with customers and partners play a major role: even if the leading trade fair Automechanika 2021 cannot take place in the usual way, MEYLE is once again…
Source: Champion Oil announcement CLINTON, Mo. — Champion Oil, a recognized leader in specialty lubricants, suggests taking time to check your vehicle brake system August 22nd thru August 28th. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual Brake Safety Week is in full swing. It is when law enforcement inspectors across North…
