Source: EuroBrake announcement STANSTED, U.K. – EuroBrake 2020, an annual gathering of the world brake industry, has canceled its June gathering in Barcelona due to the global pandemic. According to the organizer FISITA, plans for publishing options for the forum’s…
CHATHAM, Mass. – A variety of industry analysts and research firms publish market studies of the brake/friction universe on an ongoing basis, carving up the braking world into numerous segments and niches. On an irregular basis, we will present information…
PLYMOUTH, Mich. – Isuzu has agreed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to recall certain 2019 Isuzu NPR/NPR HD and 2019 Chevrolet 4500 medium-duty trucks to fix an issue which might impact braking performance. The recall, NHTSA 20V-193,…
MURRIETA, Calif. – KTM North America has agreed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to recall certain 2019 and 2020 KTM 790 Adventure and KTM 790 Adventure R motorcycles which might suffer from rear-brake failure due to brake-hose…
CHATHAM, Mass. – After driving several large pickup trucks and SUVs I thought a week in the luxurious subcompact, all-wheel-drive (AWD) 2020 Mazda 3 would be like piloting a stealth vehicle. I was wrong – the redesigned four-door’s lines flowing…
VALCOURT, Que. – Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) has agreed to recall certain 2020 Can Am Spyder RTs to rectify an issue which might cause the three-wheelers to lose braking ability. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA) recall…
PERTH, Australia – Advanced Braking Technology Ltd. (ABT) announced strong third-quarter (fiscal year 2020- FY20) results and relative strong ongoing business, despite Covid-19’s impact on the overall business world. The Perth-based company saw sales of $1.91 million, an increase 23…
Cologne – BOGE Elastmetall GmbH, a global provider of vibration technology and plastics applications for the automotive industry, in close cooperation with the LANXESS High Performance Materials (HPM) business unit, have jointly developed the first all-plastic brake pedal, designed for…
UNTERFÖHRING, Germany – LSP, which provides brake-by-wire systems to virtually the entire field of Formula E racing teams, has introduced two new systems for that series as well as for more even more-powerful racers. Historic experience and data from the…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Daimler Vans USA, LLC has agreed to recall certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz and 2019 Freightliner Sprinter Vans to correct a potential issue which might result in loss of brake fluid and major deterioration of braking performance. According to…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Imposing, almost menacing in its crystal black skin, the new for 2020 Honda Pilot Black Edition incorporates the extensive changes of the redesigned (for 2019) three-row mid-size SUV in a comprehensively equipped package. And lurking under the…
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J. – BMW will send letters in early May to owners of more than 4,000 of its motorcycles in response to a National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA) pair of brake-related recalls. The first recall is for a…
Source: Financial Post post MILAN, Italy — The head of Pirelli said there were no plans to merge with Brembo after the brakes maker bought a small stake in the Italian tire maker, downplaying speculation on this week of a…
DETROIT, Mich. – Chevrolet added six safety features to the standard-equipment list of the refreshed 2021 Traverse mid-size sport-utility vehicle (SUV), which goes on sale later this year. “With this refreshed Traverse, Chevy will have one of the freshest SUV…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Navistar is recalling certain 2019-2020 International LT and 2018-2021 International HX trucks due a faulty brake-light switch which might result in the brake lights either not working or remaining lit. A weak solder joint between the switch…
CARSON CITY, Nev. – Industrias Galfer, the Spanish bicycle brake-components manufacturer, has added to its bicycle offerents a fixed Disc Wave® with the Center-Lock system for the following sizes: ø140mm, ø160mm, ø180mm and ø203mm (road and mountain bike). Galfer’s discs…
Source: usracing.com CAMARILLO, Calif. – Wilwood Disc Brakes returns in 2020 to offer contingency awards for competitors in the Summit USRA Weekly Racing Series. Wilwood products are the result of hands-on dedication, working in close association with car builders and…
PAMPLONA, Spain – Icer Brakes S.A. of Pamplona announced its operations will continue during the coronavirus crisis because the Spanish government considers it a crucial business. In its statement, the company reported “the Government considers Icer activity essential as our…
CHATHAM, MA – As America’s full-size pickups grow larger with each new generation, mid-size models like the 2020 SuperCrew 4×4 Ford Ranger Lariat hits the sweet spot of the market for many, offering pickup versatility in reasonably spacious vehicle with…
Source: Aptiv announcement DUBLIN / SEOUL / BOSTON – Aptiv (NYSE: APTV) and Hyundai Motor Group are pleased to announce they have completed the formation of their 50/50 autonomous driving joint venture aimed at advancing the companies’ shared vision of…
Source: Brembo announcement CURNO, Italy – Due to the emergency situation in Lombardy and the extraordinary measures taken by the Italian Government, Brembo will extend the temporary suspension of its Italian operations in Stezzano, Curno, Mapello and Sellero until 3…
DEARBORN, Mich. – Ford Motor Company is issuing three safety recalls for North America, one of which is limited to the Canadian market. The safety recall in Canada covers select 2006-10 Ford Fusion, 2006-10 Mercury Milan and 2006-10 Lincoln MKZ…
Source: Sparta Evolution announcement KENT, Wash. – Sparta Evolution has announced a multi-season partnership with GEAR (Girl Empowerment Around Racing), beginning in 2020. Sparta Evolution is a perfect partner for GEAR’s all-female driven No. 19 Lamborghini Huracan GT3 EVO in…
CHATHAM, Mass. – With so many businesses switching to work-from-home scenarios or reduced staffing due to government restrictions, The BRAKE Report (TBR) was wondering how you and your company were coping with the public-health crisis. Please let us know how…
Source: TMD Friction HARTLEPOOL, Great Britain – Leading global OE and aftermarket brakes manufacturer, TMD Friction, has expanded its sales team with the appointment of two new area sales managers. Del Smith, who will be covering the Midlands, and Alistair…