Amsted Unveils Cutting-Edge Brake Piston Tech

Amsted Unveils Cutting-Edge Brake Piston Tech

Amsted Automotive showcases advanced brake piston manufacturing for motor-on-caliper systems at the 2025 SAE Brake Colloquium, emphasizing U.S.-based production and net-forming expertise.

BSCCB Boosts Brake Production Capacity

BSCCB Boosts Brake Production Capacity

Brembo SGL Carbon Ceramic Brakes expanded production capacity by 50% in Italy and Germany to meet rising demand for premium carbon-ceramic brake discs in high-performance vehicles.

EuroBrake 2025 Highlights Now Available

EuroBrake 2025 Highlights Now Available

The 14th edition of EuroBrake provided a vital platform for the global braking community to address profound industry transformations and collaborate on the future of braking technology.

Vauxhall's New Alcon-Equipped EV

Vauxhall’s New Alcon-Equipped EV

The new Vauxhall Mokka GSE is designed to offer an exhilarating, rally-inspired driving experience for everyday use without compromising comfort or practicality, all while remaining accessible as a performance model.

MAT Foundry Mexico Facility Now Open

MAT Foundry Mexico Facility Now Open

MAT Foundry Group has opened its new, state-of-the-art foundry and machining facility in Pachuca, Mexico. The plant will double the company's regional output, serving North American automotive customers.

Wilwood Releases GM 2500 Truck Rear Brakes

Wilwood Releases GM 2500 Truck Rear Brakes

Wilwood Engineering has released the TX6R Tactical Xtreme rear big brake kit for 2020-2024 GM 2500 trucks, designed to increase brake torque and thermal capacity for heavy-duty applications.

Apec Adds 155 New Braking Components

Apec Adds 155 New Braking Components

Apec has expanded its Apec Red braking range with 155 new components, including calipers, discs, and pads. The new parts cover popular models and include a 3-year/36,000-mile guarantee.

ZF Appoints Mathias Miedreich New CEO

ZF Appoints Mathias Miedreich New CEO

ZF Friedrichshafen AG names Mathias Miedreich its new CEO. The change follows the mutual agreement for current CEO Dr. Holger Klein and Board Member Prof. Dr. Peter Laier to depart.

ConMet PreSet Hubs: Replace, Don't Rebuild

ConMet PreSet Hubs: Replace, Don’t Rebuild

ConMet's PreSet® hub assemblies offer a reliable alternative to rebuilding. Reduce vehicle downtime, minimize service errors, and lower labor costs with an OEM-quality replacement backed by a comprehensive warranty.

Delphi Showcases Braking, Diagnostics at GSF

Delphi Showcases Braking, Diagnostics at GSF

Delphi will showcase its braking and diagnostic expertise at GSF TechFest London, offering workshops exclusive deals, training, and live technical demonstrations on the latest automotive service advancements.

Genesis redesigned its popular GV70 SUV for 2026

GV70 Updated for 2026

YARMOUTH PORT, Mass. — Genesis has redesigned its most popular…

Juratek Pads Offer Safer Winter Braking

Juratek Pads Offer Safer Winter Braking

Juratek emphasizes winter brake safety, offering high-quality pads with an innovative performance strip for immediate stopping power. These components reduce stopping distances, enhancing vehicle safety in adverse weather conditions.

Jānis Reišulis Crowned EMX250 European Champion

Jānis Reišulis Crowned EMX250 European Champion

Latvian rider Jānis Reišulis has been crowned the EMX250 European Champion. His dominant season included five victories and nine podiums, solidifying his status as a top motocross prospect.

First Line Ltd. Expands Aftermarket Parts Range

First Line Ltd. Expands Aftermarket Parts Range

First Line Ltd. enhances its aftermarket support by launching 67 new parts, including key components for steering, suspension, braking, and engine systems for various modern European and Asian vehicles.

Hayes Debuts Revolutionary Self-Adjusting iSAHR Brake

Hayes Debuts Revolutionary Self-Adjusting iSAHR Brake

Hayes Performance Systems introduces the patent-pending SA-P75 iSAHR, a self-adjusting parking brake delivering 7,500 pounds of consistent clamp force for heavy equipment, construction, and agricultural applications.

The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 remains one of the best EV sedan values

Ioniq 6 Keeps on Keeping On

The award-winning Hyundai Ioniq 6 remains a highly satisfying EV sedan. It delivers an excellent combination of range, performance, and features in a competitively priced package.

Knorr-Bremse Equips India's First High-Speed Trains

Knorr-Bremse Equips India’s First High-Speed Trains

Knorr-Bremse partners with BEML Ltd. to supply critical system technologies for India's inaugural high-speed trains, marking a significant milestone in the nation's transportation and mobility future.

Smarter, Safer Braking Systems by ZF

Smarter, Safer Braking Systems by ZF

ZF introduces its comprehensive Brake-by-Wire portfolio, offering flexible electric and hybrid solutions designed for the next generation of electric and automated vehicles, enhancing both safety and performance.

HELLA Enhances Brake Portfolio

HELLA Enhances Brake Portfolio

FORVIA HELLA expands its brake portfolio with 150 new calipers, 50 brake discs, and innovative bundles, achieving near-complete market coverage for efficient aftermarket solutions.

Suzuki Faces Lawsuit Over Brake Defects

Suzuki Faces Lawsuit Over Brake Defects

Suzuki faces a class action lawsuit over defective brake master cylinders in Hayabusa and GSX-R models, alleging corrosion causes brake failure, posing serious safety risks for riders.

Ford Edge & Lincoln MKX Brake Recall

Ford Edge & Lincoln MKX Brake Recall

Ford recalls 499,129 Edge and MKX vehicles for rear brake hose ruptures that may cause fluid leaks and increased stopping distances, raising crash risks; remedy under development with free repairs.

Delphi Expands Braking Range with New Parts

Delphi Expands Braking Range with New Parts

Delphi adds 27 new braking part numbers, including brake pads for Hyundai/Kia and coated discs for BMW/MINI, meeting OE standards and supporting workshops with first-to-market solutions.

UK: NAPA Launches Brake Drums Range

UK: NAPA Launches Brake Drums Range

NAPA has launched a new range of brake drums in the UK and Ireland, featuring high-precision design, 144-hour corrosion testing, and a 3-year warranty for reliable braking performance.

ZF Showcases Innovative Trailer Tech

ZF Showcases Innovative Trailer Tech

ZF's CVS division presents cutting-edge trailer technologies at NUFAM, emphasizing decarbonization via TrailTrax, safety with iEBS, and digitalization through SUMS for efficient, sustainable transport.

TMD Friction Slashes CO2 Emissions by 46%

TMD Friction Slashes CO2 Emissions by 46%

TMD Friction’s 2024 ESG Report showcases a 46% CO2 emissions cut, 31% VOC reduction, and 52% green energy use, advancing its Sustainability Roadmap 2040 with innovative, employee-driven initiatives.

Rail Car

How to Stop a Rail Car

Stopping passenger trains involves regenerative and friction braking, prioritized by cost and controlled by computers, with emergency brakes relying solely on friction for safety, explains Wabtec's Hervé Savary.