As legacy brake brands face unprecedented instability, Sangsin Brake America is positioning its OE pedigree and vertically controlled manufacturing as the foundation for a new era of aftermarket partnership and supply chain predictability.
Setco Auto Systems launches a 200-plus brake disc portfolio for Indian and export markets, targeting the growing shift from drum to disc brakes across all vehicle segments.
Brembo reported FY 2025 revenues of €3.70 billion with a 16.5% EBITDA margin, as the brake manufacturer absorbed soft automotive demand while integrating its Öhlins acquisition.
A long-running class action over Honda's collision mitigation braking system is heading to trial, alleging phantom braking in CR-V and Accord models endangered drivers.
AUMOVIO reported a 45.4 percent increase in adjusted EBIT for fiscal year 2025, with its Safety and Motion brake and comfort systems division delivering standout profitability gains of 42.1 percent.
Friction One Brake Technology hires veteran brake product development leader Nate Kinkley to drive part number expansion and coverage growth.
Pro-Cut's X1 HD On-Truck Brake Lathe targets fleet operators with on-vehicle rotor resurfacing, cutting heavy-duty brake service time and replacement costs.
Tesla's new Comfort Braking feature uses dual master cylinder hardware to automate friction brake modulation at low speed — signaling a shift in how OEMs spec brake systems for software-defined vehicles.
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Hyundai Translead introduces HT ReadyVue parking brake monitoring and AI-enabled camera upgrades to its trailer technology portfolio for commercial fleets.
AP Racing reaches 900 Formula 1 Grand Prix wins, a milestone spanning nearly six decades of supplying brake and clutch systems to the sport's top teams.
Galfer USA partners with MotoAmerica in a multi-year deal linking the Spanish braking specialist's American division to North America's premier motorcycle road racing championship.
ARBOC is recalling 871 Spirit of Freedom and Spirit of Mobility transit buses after incorrectly installed rear brake lines disabled the rear ABS system, violating FMVSS 105.
Galfer USA names Gary Hazel and Todd Somers as national sales managers for its motorcycle and bicycle divisions, expanding North American dealer support from its Orlando facility.
SAF-Holland launched BrakeSight at TMC 2026, a real-time brake pad and rotor wear monitoring system for Haldex ModulT air disc brakes on trucks and trailers.
IIHS is launching its first safety ratings for cargo vans and heavy-duty pickups, targeting a segment where airbags and AEB often aren't standard. Fleet purchasing decisions could reshape demand for safety technology suppliers.
Haldex's free Trailer Application Guide gives trailer technicians, fleet managers, and OEMs 24/7 access to brake system specs, diagnostics, and specification tools in one digital platform.
LSP GmbH completes its leadership transition as CEO Roger Perthen takes sole operational control of the Munich-based brake-by-wire specialist, with founder Dr. Thomas Leiber moving to an advisory role.
TMD Friction completed solar installations at its UK and Romania plants, saving 620 tonnes of CO₂ annually as part of its Sustainability Roadmap 2040.
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Meneta North America LLC has appointed Frank Oliveto as General Manager and Chris Caza as Technical Account Director to lead regional growth and technical support in the automotive brake industry.
EBC Brakes introduces its Sintered SR Series race pads, using heat-fused metal alloys to deliver extended wear life and high-temperature performance for motorsport applications.
ZF's TRW brand adds 1,000+ motorcycle brake pad applications for 2026, expanding into electric models and Chinese brands with 12 copper-free friction compounds.
DRiV showcases Abex air disc brake components, Monroe air springs, and Wagner HD visibility products among 40 commercial truck offerings at TMC 2026 in Nashville.
PFC Brakes has been named the official brake partner of the 2026 TCR Europe Touring Car Series, introducing the Challenge PFC Brakes incentive program offering discounts and free pads for race-winning teams.
EBC Brakes offers Ultimax2 pads, Greenstuff pads, and Standard D Discs as aftermarket brake upgrades for classic car owners seeking modern stopping performance with OEM-compatible specifications.
Galfer renews its MXGP sponsorship for 2026, fielding 42 riders across 14 teams and five disciplines while deploying its Wave, Disc Shark®, and G1396R racing brake technology.
Knorr-Bremse and Chiltern Railways are presenting interim findings from a Low Adhesion Monitoring System trial that, for the first time, delivers real-time measured adhesion values during live braking — supporting a shift toward proactive rail safety management.
Tesla Service Bulletin SB-26-33-002 addresses front brake rotor squealing on 2025–2026 Giga Berlin Model Y vehicles, requiring rotor replacement and brake burnishing on units under 50,000 km.
