The BRAKE Report

The BRAKE Report

The BRAKE Report is an online media platform dedicated to the automotive and commercial vehicle brake segments. Our mission is to provide the global brake community with the latest news & headlines from around the industry.

Audi Recall for Wrong Brake Fluid Cap

Audi is recalling 7,499 which might have been produced with an incorrect brake-fluid-reservoir cap

HERNDON, Va. — Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain model-year 2021 Audi models which might have been equipped with a European brake fluid reservoir cap which does not meet United States regulations. The recall population of 7,499 Audi…

UM Experts: AVs are Worth Risks

Two U of M experts say rewards outweigh risks for AVs

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Recently there has been a lot of controversy concerning autonomous vehicles (AVs) in California. The robotaxis have been involved in accidents, blocked traffic and brought forth protests from unions about the potential to eliminate human jobs.…

Aircraft Brakes to Hit $15 Billion by 2030

The aircraft braking market will hit $15 billion by 2030

VANCOUVER — Anticipated findings from recent analysis by Emergen Research reveal that the global aircraft braking system market is poised to attain a substantial valuation of approximately $15.11 billion by the year 2030. This growth is anticipated to occur steadily,…

Frasle to Reduce Emissions by 40%

Frasle Mobility has committed to reducing GHG emissions by 40 percent

CAXIAS DO SUL, Brazil — Frasle Mobility is committed to strategic actions contributing to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The company has made a public commitment, together with Randoncorp, to reduce the total emissions of its production units by 40%…

Oxa, Beep Partner on AV in U.S.

Oxa and Beep partnering to spread Beep AVs throughout the U.S.

LAKE NONA, Fla.– Beep Inc., provider of autonomous shared mobility solutions, and Oxa, the autonomous-vehicle (AV) software developer, announced a partnership to deploy vehicles driven by Oxa’s self-driving software product, Oxa Driver, as Beep continues to advance its testing and…

Wilwood Launches Kits for Classic Chryslers

Wilwood launched brake kits for classic Chrysler products

CAMARILLO, Calif. – Wilwood Engineering announced a modern big brake kit for 1973-83 Mopar models that fit most 15-inch or larger wheels. New aluminum brackets mount Wilwood’s race-proven Dynapro six piston calipers and performance rotors to 1973-83 Dodge, Chrysler, and…

CVSA’s Brake Safety Week Is Underway

Most of the vehicles inspected during the 2023 annual CVSA Brake Safety Week did not have any violations

GREEBELT, Md. – The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) weeklong brake safety inspection, education and enforcement initiative got underway this week. Commercial motor vehicle inspectors in Canada, Mexico and the United States are conducting inspections of commercial motor vehicles and…

Comline ISO Certifications Renewed

Comline had its ISO certifications renewed

LUTON, U.K. — Following an exhaustive audit by the British Standards Institute (BSI) under the UK Accreditation Service (UKAS), Comline Auto Parts has renewed its coveted ISO 9001:2015 certification. The ISO 9001:2015 certification from the International Organization for Standardization is…

JURATEK Expands Range

JURATEK has announced its latest range expansion

DONCASTER, U.K. — JURATEK has added 25 new references to its leading braking portfolio, including six brake discs, three brake pads and 16 calipers to cover more of the vehicle car parc than ever before. In its brake discs range,…

Wrangler Recall Due to Brake Lamp Obstruction

Jeep is recalling certain Wrangler SUVs with potentially obstructed high-mounted brake lamps

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. – Chrysler (as FCA US, LLC) has agreed to recall certain 2023 Jeep Wrangler sport-utility vehicles (SUVs) which might have been produced with the rear center-high-mounted-stop lamp (CHMSL) installed in such a way its visibility was obstructed.…

Comline ABS Sensor and Rings Solution

Comline is offering an easy ABS Sensors and rings installation solution

LUTON, U.K. — Comline Auto is offering a simple but important solution to a fitment issue associated with brake discs with ABS rings and sensors fitted to certain Citroën and Peugeot applications. When correctly installed, there is a defined “air…

Frasle Begins Sales of New Fremax Brakes

Frasle has begun sales of its new Freemax brake line

CAXIAS DO SUL, Brazil – Frasle Mobility begins the commercialization of Maxcoating Brake Disc’s line under its well-known brand Fremax. Officially launched in April at the Automec fair in Brazil, the new line brings to the global market discs and…

Apec Expands Braking Range in August

Apec added 35 brake part numbers to its range in August 2023

BRISTOL, U.K. — Apec have expanded the braking range this month with 35 new part numbers. The Apec range extension includes 14 brake-fitting kits, one brake-adjuster kit, 11 brake calipers, one brake-caliper-fitting kit, two brake discs, four brake-pad sets and…

Textar Turns 110 in July

Textar marked it s110th anniversary in July

HARTLEPOOL, U.K. — TMD Friction’s premium aftermarket braking brand Textar celebrated its 110th anniversary this July, marking an impressive milestone of more than a century’s supply of high-end braking products. Founded in 1913, Textar has been a staple for premium…