Delphi Adds 191 New Aftermarket Parts, Including BMW EV Brake Pads
Delphi has added 191 new aftermarket parts including 55 braking references, with EV brake pad set LP5112EV covering nine BMW electrified models from 2018–2023.
The BRAKE Report Staff
The BRAKE Report is the trade publication of record for braking systems, friction materials, and brake safety. Published by Hagman Media and edited by founder Brian Hagman, it covers OEM and aftermarket braking technology, NHTSA brake-related recalls, and commercial vehicle brake systems for an audience of chassis engineers, friction industry professionals, and automotive investors.
Knorr-Bremse Backs Four Circular Economy Startups With €100,000 in Awards
Knorr-Bremse awarded €100,000 to four startups developing automated disassembly and critical raw material recovery technologies at IFAT Munich, marking the braking systems supplier's planned expansion into green technologies and circular economy markets.
GM Recalls 40,440 ACDelco DOT 3 Brake Fluid Bottles for Sediment
GM is recalling 40,440 containers of ACDelco GMW DOT 3 brake fluid from a single 2022 lot for visible sediment that fails FMVSS 116. Remedy is reimbursement.
Akebono Names Erick Kinnunen National Sales Manager as Mike Eldard Retires
Akebono Brake Corporation has named Erick Kinnunen National Sales Manager, succeeding retiring industry veteran Mike Eldard. Kinnunen joined Akebono in 2024 and previously held a Regional Sales Manager role.
Frasle Mobility Posts R$1.25B Q1 Revenue, Down 6.1% YoY
Frasle Mobility reported consolidated Q1 2026 net revenue of R$1.25 billion, down 6.1% year-over-year, with adjusted EBITDA of R$209.7 million as domestic commercial-vehicle softness offset 12.8% international growth.
International Brake Recall Monitor: April 2026
Audi expands E-Tron pushrod recall to 19,000 EVs, Volvo and Mack recall 5,137 trucks over Bendix modulator, plus Harley-Davidson, BRP, and GM brake actions.
Wagner Adds ES Pads, ES Rotors, and Brake Bolt Kits to Aftermarket Lineup
DRiV has expanded its Wagner aftermarket braking lineup with new ES pads, ES rotors, and brake bolt kits, with premium rotors scheduled to follow later in May 2026.
Boeing 737-10 Passes Maximum Brake Energy Test in California
Boeing's 737-10 has cleared maximum brake energy certification at Edwards Air Force Base, stopping at 197,900 pounds and 180 knots on worn brakes redesigned with a fifth rotor.
Fraunhofer Develops Stainless Steel Brake Disc With 85% Less Wear
A Fraunhofer IWU-led consortium has developed a nitrided stainless steel brake disc that reduces wear by more than 85 percent and meets Euro 7 particulate emission limits, with a projected 300,000 km service life.
Brembo Sensify Brake-by-Wire Platform Enters Series Production
Brembo’s Sensify intelligent braking platform has entered large-scale series production with a leading global automaker, with additional contracts signed and volumes expected to reach hundreds of thousands of units annually.
Knorr-Bremse Closes TRAVIS Acquisition to Expand CVS Service Platform
Knorr-Bremse has closed its acquisition of TRAVIS Road Services International, expanding the CVS Service Platform with a booking platform connecting carriers to 3,500+ European service partners.
Knorr-Bremse Lifts 2025 Dividend 9% to €1.90 Per Share
Knorr-Bremse shareholders approved a 9% dividend increase to €1.90 per share for fiscal 2025 and elected digitalization expert Dr. Christian Schlögel to the Supervisory Board.
Tribol Braking to Launch Full-Composite Brake Pad in Summer 2026
Tribol Braking will launch the first commercially available full-composite brake pad in summer 2026, using its ColdForge-Carbon backing plate to cut weight 70% and dramatically reduce heat transfer to brake fluid.
Pro-Cut X1 HD Brake Lathe Featured in Ford Pro Elite Service Network
Pro-Cut's X1 HD On-Truck Brake Lathe is now a featured product across Ford Pro Elite Commercial Service Facilities, supporting on-vehicle rotor machining for F-450 through F-750 trucks.
Brembo AGM Approves €0.30 Dividend, Confirms New Board
Brembo shareholders approved a €0.30 per-share dividend, a renewed Board of Directors, and a buyback program of up to €180 million at the company's Annual General Meeting in Amsterdam.
AUMOVIO Sells Rheinböllen Brake Caliper Plant to Falkensteg Unit
AUMOVIO will sell its Rheinböllen brake caliper and electric parking brake plant to RHB-Industries, a Falkensteg-backed entity, transferring 320 employees as it continues consolidating its European manufacturing footprint.
Volvo Group Recalls 5,137 Heavy Trucks Over Brake Modulator Connector Issue
Volvo Trucks and Mack are recalling 5,137 heavy-duty tractors over a Bendix rear brake modulator defect that can short-circuit and disable ABS and electronic stability control. No injuries reported.
Knorr-Bremse Renews CFO Frank Weber’s Contract Through 2032
Knorr-Bremse has unanimously renewed CFO Frank Weber's contract five years early, extending his term through 2032. The decision follows record 2025 results and signals continuity within the brake-systems leader's Executive Board.
ICER Expands Brake Pad Coverage for Chinese Vehicle Brands in Europe
ICER Brakes has expanded its aftermarket brake pad range to nearly 400 references for Chinese vehicles in Europe, where brands including MG, BYD and Jaecoo now account for roughly 6% of new car registrations.
TBP Auto’s Vietnam Brake Drum Plant Earns ISO 14001 Certification
TBP Auto's Vietnam brake drum factory has earned ISO 14001 environmental management certification, joining its existing ISO 9001 and 45001 credentials and aligning with OEM and Tier 1 supplier qualification standards.
Freightliner Adds Cross Traffic Assist, Left Turn Protection to ABA 6
Daimler Truck North America has added Cross Traffic Assist and Active Side Guard Assist 2 with left turn protection to the Detroit Assurance ABA 6 system on the Freightliner Cascadia.
Hinz Motorsport Launches Carbon Ceramic Brake System for Performance Vehicles
Hinz Motorsport has launched Hinz Carbon, an aftermarket carbon ceramic brake system for Porsche, Ferrari, McLaren, Audi, Lamborghini, and BMW performance platforms, citing supply shortages and tariff pressures.
GM Suspends Super Cruise Brake Assist Fix on 2026 Models
GM has suspended a dealer fix for Unwanted Integrated Brake Assist on 2026 Super Cruise–equipped CT5, Equinox EV, Silverado EV, and Sierra EV, with no timeline for resumption.
Delphi Urges UK Workshops to Prioritize Brake Quality This Spring
Delphi is urging UK workshops to prioritize brake quality this spring as winter road damage and an 8.1 percent increase in March MOT volumes focus inspection on braking systems.
Apec Adds 164 Braking Parts, Including 123 Caliper Carriers
Apec Automotive has expanded its Apec Red braking range with 164 new components in April 2026, including 123 caliper carriers and parts covering the MG ZS, Isuzu D-Max, and VW Golf Plus.