Motorcar Parts of America Inc. (Nasdaq: MPAA) has bolstered its Quality-Built brake line offering greater coverage for professional installers. Over 20 new part numbers will now serve an additional seven million vehicles currently on the road. The expanded coverage applies…
Fras-le, the owner of the Juratek braking brand, has announced a series of appointments to support its expansion into the UK automotive aftermarket. Paul Gibson has joined the company as CV Sales Manager, responsible for driving sales of both Fras-le…
In the dynamic landscape of industrial manufacturing, staying ahead of the competition requires continuous innovation and strategic investments. Draxton North America, a leading player in the industry, has recently taken a significant step towards securing its position as an industry…
NRS Brakes, a Toronto-based company at the forefront of aftermarket automotive innovation has launched a product set to revolutionize the industry, The Rubber. This patented product operates as a noise-canceling piston insert that decouples brake pad vibration, eliminating noise at…
MIDDLEBORO, Mass. – The recent 2024 New England Motor Press Association Winter Vehicle of the Year event was an electrifying affair as I sampled vehicles with electrical or electrically aided powerplants during the driving portion of the program. The automotive…
Bendix Expands European Presence in Poland Global braking specialist TMD Friction is taking its aftermarket brand, Bendix, to Poland. Starting this month, Hart Sp. z o.o. will be Bendix’s exclusive distributor, giving Polish drivers access to the brand’s range of…
The Sixth Circuit Court has denied Nissan‘s claim to offload a multi-million dollar jury award onto its brake supplier, Continental, highlighting the importance of clear contractual terms. Gathered from multiple sources: A fatal crash linked to a defective braking system…
EBC Brakes announces fully-floating two-piece discs for recent Land Rover Defender and Range Rover models, offering enhanced braking performance and longevity for on and off-road adventures. Land Rover’s popular SUVs – Defender, Range Rover, and Range Rover Sport – are…
At the onset of this year, Hayes Brakes significantly upgraded its 3D printing technology, marking a pivotal step in enhancing its product development agility. This move equips them with a broad spectrum of in-house 3D printing resources, poised to accelerate…
Continental has successfully conducted over one million test drives at its state-of-the-art Automated Indoor Braking Analyzer (AIBA), highlighting its commitment to road safety and environmental sustainability. The AIBA facility, renowned for its fully automated, weather-independent testing capabilities, enables highly precise…
BWI Group has initiated the pilot production of the iDBC1 One-Box system in China, a significant stride towards eventual mass production in Europe. This advanced intelligent integrated brake-by-wire system is set to enhance mainstream European automobile models and is also…
AEQUITA SE & Co. KGaA, a Munich-based industrial conglomerate, has formally agreed to purchase the Brake Components division from Robert Bosch GmbH. This acquisition encompasses Buderus Guss GmbH and Robert Bosch Lollar Guss GmbH, highlighting AEQUITA’s commitment to enhancing its…
Factory Remanufactured Brake Calipers – a concept that marries sustainability with high performance. At the core of this process lies the brake caliper housing, a robust component often made of cast-iron or aluminium. Unlike its more fragile internal parts, the…
In a move to bolster its management team, TRANSIT Inc. has unveiled the appointments of three key figures: Isabelle Labrie as Vice-President of Organizational Excellence, Simon Bourque as Chief Operating Officer, and Andréanne Lepage as Operations Director, announced by the…
Advances Mean Change, Not Extinction Studies have pegged the global automotive brake aftermarket at just shy of $80 billion in 2022. These same studies indicate this market will achieve a compound annual growth rate of 3.2 percent, adding $14.07 billion…
In Hartlepool, a significant labor dispute has reached a conclusive end as over 180 workers at TMD Friction, a key supplier of brake components to automobile manufacturers, have ceased strike actions. This development comes after the labor union Unite successfully…
Tesla, Inc. is initiating a recall affecting 2 million vehicles across its lineup, including the Model S, Model X, Model 3, Model Y, and the Cybertruck, due to an issue with the instrument panel’s font size. This recall is significant…
CHATHAM, Mass. – I was happy when the 2024 Honda Passport TrailSport showed up recently for review, a perfect vehicle to combat potential New England winter weather. Luckily, I did not have to fight anything more than near-freezing cold during…
The advancement of the Euro 7 directive, pivotal for both passenger cars and commercial vehicles, is nearing its final stages. This directive is set to introduce limit values for brake emissions, marking a significant step in automotive regulatory standards. While…
In response to customer demand, Wilwood Disc Brakes has introduced a significant upgrade to its Street Performance and Show Car brake kits. This enhancement involves the addition of a black E-coat corrosion finish to its GT slotted rotors, a move…