NHTSA has closed Recall Query RQ24-003 without further action against Ford, accepting data that previously inspected 2021–2022 E-350 and E-450 chassis show a less-than-0.25% projected 10-year failure rate.
DRiV has launched Installer's Advantage, a portfolio-wide program flagging more than 5,000 aftermarket SKUs — across Wagner, MOOG, Monroe, Fel-Pro, and Walker — as engineered to address technician-identified service-bay pain points.
Otto Zimmermann GmbH has expanded its Brake Kit Z range with three new references for the Mercedes Sprinter and e-Sprinter, giving independent workshops a matched disc-and-pad kit format for one of Europe's highest-volume commercial van platforms.
Akebono Brake Industry raised its FY2026 net profit forecast to ¥1.8 billion from ¥0.3 billion, driven by ¥1.1 billion in deferred tax asset recognition, alongside a ¥1.7 billion U.S. restructuring charge.
PureForge reported 3.3 mg/km brake particulate emissions in independent TÜV-Nord testing — 53 percent below the Euro 7 ICE limit that takes effect November 29, 2026 — using standard OEM rotors processed through its Atomic-Forging treatment.
MINI says its current Cooper, Aceman, and Countryman models all carry five-star Euro NCAP ratings, with up to twelve ultrasonic sensors, five cameras, five radar units, and as many as nine airbags fitted as standard.
NAPA has added FMG branding to its aftermarket brake pad packaging, identifying European supplier Eurofren Systems as the manufacturer behind a range that NAPA says exceeds OE standards.
The 2026 Tesla Model Y is the first vehicle to pass NHTSA's new NCAP pass/fail tests for pedestrian AEB and three other ADAS categories, with five of the eight passed criteria depending on integrated brake-system performance.
Bugatti has completed four weeks of cold-weather validation on the Tourbillon's brake-by-wire system at Arjeplog, Sweden, blending regen from three electric motors with hydraulic brakes across ice, snow, and asphalt at -30°C.
Brembo's Q1 2026 net profit rose 11.2% to €56.9 million on improved margins, prompting an upgraded full-year revenue forecast of +3% at constant exchange rates and Sensify production momentum.
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.
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.
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’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.
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'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 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 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.
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.
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.