Nighttime Pedestrian Detection Systems Improve

Nighttime Pedestrian Detection Systems Improve

A new AAA study finds pedestrian detection systems are now 60% effective at avoiding collisions at night. However, performance with high-visibility clothing is inconsistent, presenting continued risks for roadside workers.

Brembo Highlights Its Prime Braking Line

Brembo Highlights Its Prime Braking Line

Braking specialist Brembo details its Prime family of aftermarket products, including discs, pads, and calipers. The line offers OE-level quality and extensive market coverage for cars, LCVs, and CVs.

Waupaca Foundry

Waupaca Foundry Enhances Sales Leadership Team

Waupaca Foundry, a leading iron casting manufacturer, has restructured its sales organization by creating new market segments and appointing three key leaders to enhance customer service and drive growth.

Brembo Launches 'Beyond' Sustainable Braking Solutions

Brembo Launches ‘Beyond’ Sustainable Braking Solutions

Braking specialist Brembo has launched its 'Beyond' product line, offering innovative, sustainable braking solutions for electric and commercial vehicles that focus on reduced emissions, extended durability, and cost savings.

AP Racing Unveils New Product Catalogue

AP Racing Unveils New Product Catalogue

AP Racing has released its latest product catalogue online, showcasing innovations in brakes, clutches, and more. The company highlights its legacy of success in professional motorsport and performance automotive markets.

First Brands Group Names Interim CEO

First Brands Group Names Interim CEO

First Brands Group appoints Charles Moore as Interim CEO amid restructuring, focusing on stability and a value-maximizing sale process with $1.1 billion in financing secured.

Iveco Group Unveils Renovated Ulm Test Track

Iveco Group Unveils Renovated Ulm Test Track

Iveco Group's renovated Ulm test track advances testing for next-generation vehicles, emphasizing sustainability through recycled materials and efficient designs, while complementing the modernized Turin facility for superior performance validation.

NHTSA Closes Haldex Brake Probe

NHTSA Closes Haldex Brake Probe

NHTSA's probe into Haldex brake chambers revealed spring fractures causing fires in PACCAR trucks, but proactive replacements and component age led to closure without defect finding.

Brake Violations Top 2025 Roadcheck Results

Brake Violations Top 2025 Roadcheck Results

Brake-related issues accounted for over 41% of all vehicle out-of-service violations during the CVSA's 2025 Roadcheck, cementing their status as the industry’s leading maintenance and safety challenge.

PAGID Racing Pads Secure TCR Europe Win

PAGID Racing Pads Secure TCR Europe Win

Jenson Brickley and Monlau Motorsport have won the 2025 TCR Europe championship. The team's victory was supported by high-performance PAGID Racing RST and RS series brake pads.

Brembo Brakes Tackle Road Atlanta Finale

Brembo Brakes Tackle Road Atlanta Finale

Brembo brakes face a severe test at the Road Atlanta season finale. This article details the track's technical challenges, key braking data, and the advanced technology on display.

Hayes Powersports Fuels Podium Racing Wins

Hayes Powersports Fuels Podium Racing Wins

Hayes Powersports celebrates podium wins by the Suburban Motors Harley-Davidson race team. The long-standing partnership highlights the high-impact performance of Hayes brake components, which are now available to consumers.

Pro-Cut Fleet ROI Calculator Maximizes Profitability

Pro-Cut Fleet ROI Calculator Maximizes Profitability

Pro-Cut has released a free online fleet ROI calculator. The tool helps managers compute potential profitability gains from repairing, not replacing, brake rotors on trucks and other heavy-duty vehicles.

Aston Martin Standardizes Carbon Ceramic Brakes

Aston Martin Standardizes Carbon Ceramic Brakes

Aston Martin's new DB12 S makes Carbon Ceramic Brakes standard, integrating a next-gen corner braking control system that significantly reduces unsprung mass and enhances the Super Tourer's dynamic performance.

Knorr-Bremse Unveils Rail Assistance System

Knorr-Bremse Unveils Rail Assistance System

Knorr-Bremse introduces LEADER Flow, an intelligent driver assistance system for rail. It optimizes driving to reduce energy use by an average of 10.2%, enhancing efficiency and punctuality.

Bremskerl Updates Air Disc Brake Pads

Bremskerl CV Updates Air Disc Brake Pads

Bremskerl CV has updated its air disc brake pad lineup with improved copper-free formulations and a new three-tiered structure, simplifying the selection process for commercial vehicle fleets and distributors.

Brake Engineering Expands Remanufactured Caliper Range

Brake Engineering Expands Remanufactured Caliper Range

Brake Engineering has introduced 24 new remanufactured caliper part numbers for a wide range of vehicles. The expansion highlights its commitment to quality through a rigorous 10-stage process and OE-level testing.

Delphi Expands Automotive Parts Product Range

Delphi Expands Automotive Parts Product Range

Delphi has enhanced its automotive parts catalog with 111 new components across its braking, chassis, and engine management lines, featuring several first-to-market parts for popular European vehicle models.

SIAD, Brembo Fund Hydrogen Startup Hydrospark

SIAD, Brembo Fund Hydrogen Startup Hydrospark

Industrial leaders SIAD and Brembo have invested in Hydrospark, a startup developing Solid Oxide Cells for hydrogen energy. This alliance aims to accelerate decarbonization with innovative, cost-effective technology.

EBC Brakes Pad Color Guide Explained

EBC Brakes: Pad Color Guide Explained

Discover the complete EBC Brakes pad lineup. This guide details each color-coded pad, from the daily-driving Ultimax to the track-focused SR series, helping you select the perfect brake setup.

Bosch Innovations in Automotive Braking

Bosch Innovations in Automotive Braking

A review of Bosch's nearly century-long history in automotive braking, from foundational systems like ABS to modern solutions addressing the unique challenges presented by electric vehicles and future regulations.

Renault + WBTL

WBTL Showcases Intelligent Chassis to Renault

WBTL showcased its "XYZ+ ADAS" intelligent chassis solutions to senior Renault executives, strengthening their partnership and laying the groundwork for future collaboration in advanced automotive technology and global market expansion.

Akebono Expands Ultra-Premium Brake Pad Lines

Akebono Expands Ultra-Premium Brake Pad Lines

Akebono Brake Corporation has released seven new ultra-premium ceramic brake pads for its ProACT® and EURO® lines, expanding coverage for over 2 million vehicles from leading global automakers.

Galfer USA Debuts at 2025 MXoN

Galfer USA Debuts at 2025 MXoN

Braking component leader Galfer will debut its new American subsidiary, Galfer USA, as an Official Sponsor of the 2025 MXoN, providing on-track support for elite international riders.

Update: First Brands Group Secures Court Approval

Update: First Brands Group Secures Court Approval

First Brands Group has received court approval for its "First Day" motions, securing immediate access to $500 million in financing to support its U.S. operations during its chapter 11 restructuring.

Meneta, SSAB Debut Low-Emission Brake Components

Meneta, SSAB Debut Low-Emission Brake Components

Meneta and SSAB are partnering to produce the industry's first brake components with SSAB Zero™ steel, reducing product CO2 emissions by up to 60% without compromising on quality or performance.

Deeper Dive on First Brands Bankruptcy

Deeper Dive on First Brands Bankruptcy

First Brands Group, owner of major brake brands like Raybestos and Centric Parts, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy for its U.S. operations following severe financial distress and payment delays.

BPW Group Acquires Romanian Parts Specialist

BPW Group Acquires Romanian Parts Specialist

The BPW Group has acquired Romanian spare parts distributor Auto Brand, adding 23 locations to its network and significantly strengthening its aftermarket presence for commercial vehicles throughout Southeastern Europe.