CHATHAM, Mass. – The overall capabilities of the Bronco Sport, especially the attention to detail paid to off-roading, impressed us the first time we sampled the compact sport utility introduced last year by Ford. The company transformed the impressive, but…
CHATHAM, Mass. – When Stellantis (the former Fiat Chrysler, former Chrysler) decided to invade the large sport-utility-vehicle segment, it sent its iconic SUV brand, Jeep, and offered a formidable pair of challengers: the new 2022 Wagoneer and 2022 Grand Wagoneer.…
CHATHAM, Mass. – “LARGER THAN LIFE” headlines Infiniti’s website page for the QX80, and after a week of piloting a Sensory-trim version on the cold roads of Cape Cod, it was obviously the perfect description of the luxury brand’s flagship…
CHATHAM, Mass. – The new 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD is the latest in the line of ever-improving, top-flight sport utility vehicles (SUV) from the Korean auto maker, except it’s not. At least, according to Hyundai, it is not…
BRAKEDOWN: an ongoing collection of briefs from around the global braking industry Darryl Konsler, CEO of Fritz Winter North America, announced that its Bowling Green, Ky facility recently shipped its 5 millionth brake rotor. CARDONE released new brake calipers this…
Source: Brembo announcement INDIANAPOLIS — Brembo, the world leader and acknowledged innovator of brake technology, introduced an all-new brake system for Late Model racers at the PRI Show in Indianapolis. Over 45 years of racing experience in one system, the…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Chevrolet offers a diverse family of seven sport utility/crossover utility vehicles ranging from the subcompact Trax to the LARGE Suburban. In 2021 the brand brought back the Trailblazer moniker, a name which for years adorned a midsize,…
As the Chief Operations Officer at Brakes To Go, Jonathan R. Ganther is in charge of directing and managing all service operations for the company. In addition to his supervisory responsibilities, Jonathan takes a hands-on approach to customer service, personally…
Source: Tesla post Tesla will offer a carbon-ceramic brake kit for its Model S Plaid sedan beginning in mid-2022, according to a post on the company’s website. There has been media speculation Tesla would showcase the Model S Plaid’s capabilities…
Source: Wilwood Engineering announcement CAMARILLO, Calif. — Wilwood has combined the capabilities of Grand National four piston calipers with lug-drive dynamic-mount rotors in a new road-race package for 2005-2014 Ford Mustangs. The road-race kit features the high-capacity braking and heat-management…
Source: SBS announcement SVENDBORG, Denmark — On the occasion of EICMA – International Motorcycle and Accessories Exhibition — Brembo and SBS Friction announced a strategy aimed at reducing the environmental impact of friction materials for two-wheelers. Thanks to Brembo’s many…
Source: Akebono Brake Corporation announcement FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. – Akebono Brake Corporation has been awarded 2021 “Best Problem-Solver for Import Vehicles” by the Import Vehicle Community, Product and Marketing Awards held at AAPEX in Las Vegas, Nevada. The winning entry…
CHATHAM, Mass. – The new 2021 Lincoln Nautilus, with redesigned interior, offers its lavishly pampered occupants the same level of sanctuary its marine namesake finds within the shell protecting it from its uncertain ocean environment. Lincoln, Ford’s luxury division, has…
Source: Brembo announcement LAS VEGAS — Brembo, the world leader and acknowledged innovator of brake technology, together with General Motors Performance Engineering designed, engineered and tested a Performance Brake Upgrade System for the Chevrolet Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban and the GMC…
Source: MAGMA BRAKES announcement SANTA FE SPRINGS, Calif. – The following announcement was made by the leadership team at MAGMA BRAKES of Santa Fe Springs, Calif.: Introducing MAGMA BRAKES, a NEW Southern California-based brake manufacturer poised to offer traditional-market customers…
CHATHAM, Mass. – I was throwing the 2021 Mazda CX-5 Signature AWD premium compact sport utility (SUV) through the twisty, undulating roads near Cape Cod Bay when I realized this is one of the things which separates a Mazda from…
Source: Goodyear Brakes blog post CHARLOTTE — You may keep a careful watch on the wear of your brake pads. But how about your brake fluid? Did you know brake fluid is not a lifetime fill and should be changed…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Genesis has continued its assault on the premium-vehicle market with this year’s launch of the GV70 compact sport utility (SUV), which aggressively takes on the likes of – and meets them head on — Volvo, BMW, Lexus,…
The following was posted by Keronite on its work to eliminate brake fading with modern components. The link to the entire post also provides a means to obtain the company’s white paper of its research on this subject. HAVERHILL, U.K.…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Trucks, like the GMC Sierra, are not what they used to be – and that’s a good thing! The 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 4WD Crew Cab AT4 I spent last week driving around the South Shore and…
The following is a report prepared by Meritor on the company’s development of a new brake pad material – what they have named N-type brake friction formula – which already meets the strict 2025 copper-content (and other materials) legislation by…
Source: NUCAP and Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. announcement TORONTO – The joint development agreement (JDA) between GRIPMetal, a subsidiary of NUCAP Industries and the key technology behind NUCAP Energy, and Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. (SBCL) to develop innovative, lightweight composite…
The following is excerpted from a recent consumer blog post by Goodyear Brakes offering information on determining when the time has come to change one’s brakes. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — How do you know when to change your brakes? A general…
Source: FDP Virginia announcement TAPPAHANNOCK, Va.– FDP Virginia Inc., which develops and sells Goodyear Brakes, announced today that it is introducing 63 new parts numbers to its line of premium brake pads, which are manufactured at its headquarters in Tappahannock,…
Source: Surface Transforms announcement LIVERPOOL, U.K. — Surface Transforms PLC, the U.K.’s only manufacturer of carbon-ceramic brakes for automotive use, have formed a partnership with the leading U.K. supercar track day organizer, RMA Track Days. The partnership has been crafted…