Brembo Launches TrackTribe Digital Platform for Riders
Brembo’s new TrackTribe digital system merges telemetry, community interaction, and rider coaching into one integrated platform, advancing data-driven performance for motorcyclists worldwide.
Webb Wheel and Dana Strengthen Commercial Vehicle Partnership
Webb Wheel and Dana Commercial Vehicle Systems have formalized a long-term partnership to jointly advance wheel-end, propulsion, and energy-management technologies for the commercial vehicle market.
PFC Brakes Expands Motorsport Innovations and Track Offerings
PFC Brakes unveils advanced INDYCAR braking systems, a new 68 Compound for street and track, expanded BMW and Porsche catalogs, and exclusive supply for the next-generation Tatuus F3R Gen 2 platform.
NHTSA Closes Ford Rear Brake Hose Investigation After Recall Issued
NHTSA closed its probe into Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX rear brake hose failures after Ford recalled nearly 500,000 vehicles for sudden brake loss linked to hose ruptures.
Mevotech Expands TTX Line with Purpose-Designed Brake Pads
Mevotech introduces its premium TTX Brakes lineup at AAPEX 2025, featuring first-to-market CeraPhite™ and SuperMet™ formulations engineered for superior performance, durability, and uptime in commercial vehicle applications.
Brembo to Launch New Severe Duty Brake Pads at AAPEX 2025
Brembo to unveil its XTRA Ceramic Severe Duty Brake Pads at AAPEX 2025, engineered for heavy-use vehicles and delivering up to 18% shorter stops and 33% less noise than OE pads.
Frasle Mobility Highlights Full Product Portfolio at AAPEX 2025
Frasle Mobility will display a comprehensive lineup of braking, suspension, and engine system solutions at AAPEX 2025, marking its first U.S. joint showcase with Dacomsa.
Brembo Brakes Power Polestar 4 Performance
Brembo’s half-century of motorsport expertise powers Polestar 4’s Performance Pack braking system, combining lightweight precision, regenerative energy recovery, and design excellence for confident, efficient driving.
PureForge Launches New Reseller Program
PureForge launched a new Reseller Program to expand access to its patented ultra-durable brake systems for public safety fleets, naming Dana Safety Supply as its first authorized reseller partner across the U.S.
Lawsuit Alleges Rear Brake Pad Defect in Nissan Pathfinder
A class action alleges 2022–2023 Nissan Pathfinders suffer premature rear brake pad wear, with plaintiffs seeking recall, restitution, and damages. The filing names Nissan as sole defendant—no supplier identified.
FleetPride and TruckPro Merge to Form Leading Heavy-Duty Aftermarket Distributor
FleetPride and TruckPro have merged to form the largest independent heavy-duty aftermarket distributor in North America, uniting over 450 locations under one network to deliver faster, smarter service.
Knorr-Bremse Honored with Global Sustainability Impact Award
Knorr-Bremse has been recognized by Schneider Electric with the 2024 Global Sustainability Impact Award for its ambitious decarbonization strategy, renewable energy leadership, and supply chain sustainability initiatives.
NHTSA Investigates Acura ILX Brake Performance Loss
NHTSA is investigating 2019–2020 Acura ILX vehicles after reports of sudden braking force loss, prompting a Preliminary Evaluation to determine potential safety risks and system design failures.
Rockford Brake Manufacturing Revives Historic Plant
Rockford Brake Manufacturing will reopen the former Gunite plant with a $6.6 million investment, restoring 150 jobs and reviving Rockford’s historic brake manufacturing legacy through Illinois’ EDGE for Startups program.
Akebono Showcases Brake Innovations at JMS 2025
Akebono will showcase new motorsport, rail, motorcycle, and high-performance braking technologies at Japan Mobility Show 2025, including a debut WRC caliper and legacy-to-future exhibits spanning its 1929–present history.
Orthene’s ‘Halo’ Effect: Changing the Way You Think About Brake Fluid
Orthene CEO Lloyd Kerr shares the company’s evolution as the world’s leading brake fluid specialist, unveiling the Halo motorsport brand and exploring innovations shaping the future of braking and mobility.
Bendix Issues Winter Maintenance Guidance for Fleets
Bendix urges fleets to prepare for winter with proactive maintenance across air, braking, and ADAS systems to prevent freeze-related failures, optimize performance, and maintain fleet uptime through harsh conditions.
Brake Safety Week: Outcomes of Inspections in 2025
CVSA’s 2025 Brake Safety Week saw 15,175 inspections across North America, with 15.1% of vehicles placed out of service for brake-related violations. The 2026 campaign runs August 23–29.
NHTSA Expands Probe into Daimler Trucks’ Automatic Emergency Braking Errors
NHTSA has escalated its investigation into Daimler Trucks’ AEB systems following hundreds of reports of false braking events, including 24 crashes and one fatality, involving 2017–2022 Freightliner and Western Star trucks.
Building a Greener Brake: Procotex’s Fibre Technology Delivers Sustainability and Strength
Procotex demonstrates how recycled carbon, aramid, and PAN fibres enhance friction material performance while cutting greenhouse gas emissions by up to 85%, advancing sustainability and innovation in braking applications.
John Moore: A Motorsport Pioneer Remembered
John Moore, founder of Alcon Components Ltd, leaves behind a legacy of innovation, integrity, and engineering excellence that continues to shape global motorsport and high-performance braking today.
Amsted Automotive Wins Manufacturer of the Year
Amsted Automotive has been named Michigan’s 2025 Manufacturer of the Year – Large Tier, honoring its innovation, manufacturing excellence, and commitment to workforce development across its global operations.
ZF Establishes Leaner Leadership Structure
ZF announces a leaner executive structure, appoints Andreas Moser and Sebastian Schmitt to key leadership roles, and launches a new Transformation Committee to strengthen performance and profitability.
Zimmermann Perfects Brake Pad–Disc Synergy
Zimmermann’s matched brake discs and pads deliver OE-quality braking performance through optimized friction pairing, ensuring durability, safety, and comfort tested from daily driving to motorsport extremes.
Ford Recalls 2020 Escape for Brake Issue
Ford recalls 13,451 model year 2020 Escape vehicles for potential brake performance issues that may extend stopping distance, expanding its prior 2021 recall to meet FMVSS 135 compliance.
Apec Red Adds 71 Braking Parts
Apec expands Apec Red with 71 new braking components, offering OE-exceeding quality, broader vehicle coverage, and a 3-year/36,000-mile guarantee to support independent garages across the UK and Ireland.
Galfer Elevates Braking for Stark VARG SM
Galfer equips the new Stark VARG SM with precision-engineered brake discs, enhancing control, safety, and performance while strengthening its partnership with Stark Future across multiple high-performance models.
ZF Expands Smart Braking Production in China
ZF Braking Systems’ new Wuhan plant expands EPB and brake-by-wire caliper production, advancing smart mobility and green manufacturing as part of the company’s intelligent chassis strategy in China.
Brembo and Microsoft Deepen AI Partnership
Brembo Solutions and Microsoft Italy expand their partnership with the launch of ALCHEMIX, an AI-driven SaaS platform that accelerates innovation and digital transformation across global industries.
Frasle Mobility Secures Global TISAX Certification
Frasle Mobility earned TISAX certification for its U.S. and China units, reinforcing its commitment to data security, prototype protection, and global competitiveness across the automotive supply chain.