29 November 2018 – Premium brake brand Textar has added to its expansive aftermarket product range by manufacturing brake pads for the Jaguar E-Pace 2017 and Land Rover Discovery Sport 2017. Utilising cutting-edge technology, Textar products are precision engineered to…
26 September 2018 – Premium brake brand Textar and IMI will partner again, as Textar has continued to support the IMI Outstanding Achievers Award and the Skill Auto 2019 competition for the second year running. The awards celebrate young talent within…
17 September 2018 – Premium brake brand, Textar, has added to its expansive aftermarket product range by manufacturing brake pads for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2016 and GLC 2016, Audi A5 2016 and Q5 2016 as well as the Ford Kuga 2014. Utilising…
TMD Friction, a leader in brake friction products, has announced strategic partnerships to enhance its distribution in Italy, marking a significant step in its market expansion efforts. This collaboration involves Aldo Romeo and Autocom Palermo for the distribution of Textar…
Industry veteran Nick Hayes, UK Sales Manager for Car at TMD Friction, was recognized for his outstanding achievements with the prestigious Outstanding Achievement award at the 2023 Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) Awards. Hayes’ career in the automotive aftermarket spans…
TMD Friction’s Mintex Racing brake pads emerged triumphant once again, playing a crucial role in RS Off-Road’s victory at the grueling Scottish Borders Hill Rally 2023. Reece and Sean Mathieson, the talented duo representing RS Off-Road, tackled 14 demanding stages…
NAPA UK had a banner year in 2023, expanding its footprint and product range across the automotive and commercial vehicle sectors. With 19 product launches (some to be released in 2024) and over 1,600 “New to Range” additions, NAPA continues…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Tell someone at your high school reunion you drive a Volvo sedan, and they will think you and your car are safe, solid, uninspiring – all the personality of Birkenstock sandals. Drive up in a 2023 Volvo…
TMD Friction, a leader in automotive braking systems, emphasizes the importance of maintaining and understanding the complexities of a vehicle’s braking system, especially during winter. With numerous components like brake pipes, hoses, calipers, and ABS rings exposed to harsh winter…
LONDON – Since its 2020 debut, Comline’s caliper range has emerged as a game-changer in the UK’s automotive brake market. This introduction, backed by the Comline brand’s longstanding reputation, has reinforced its leadership position, offering over 1,000 unique caliper references…
BELLEVUE, Wash. — Alitheon, a worldwide pioneer in optical AI-driven serialization, announced today that its proprietary FeaturePrint® technology has been recognized by TIME magazine in its annual Best Inventions list. FeaturePrint, leveraging a standard camera, serializes parts and products to…
DONCASTER, U.K. — Braking brand JURATEK has unveiled the latest new-to-range references in its popular braking product group, with the introduction of 65 new part numbers to meet increased demand and offer more vehicle parc coverage. JURATEK’s additions include six brake…
LEVERKUSEN, Germany — Leading braking friction product manufacturer TMD Friction has affirmed its sustainability commitment and environmentally friendly credentials with the launch of a new video detailing its achievements in the area. A swathe of initiatives to ensure TMD Friction’s…
Welcome to another episode of the Coffee Brake Podcast, the official podcast of The BRAKE Report. In this interview, we’re joined by Dr. Mark Phipps, Director of Engineering for Bosch USA’s aftermarket brake division. Dr. Phipps shares his expertise on…
HARTLEPOOL, U.K. — Braking specialist TMD Friction UK has introduced six new brake disc references to its renowned Mintex braking brand product line. TMD Friction UK’s ongoing commitment to research and development has delivered new Mintex brake disc parts, including…
HARTLEPOOL, U.K. — Braking specialist TMD Friction UK has introduced five new brake disc references to its renowned Mintex braking brand product line. TMD Friction UK’s ongoing commitment to research and development has delivered new Mintex brake disc parts, including…
TMD Friction’s Textar brand recently published the following interview – as well as profile information – with Clément de Valon, Executive Vice President Independent Aftermarket at TMD Friction, and a “friction expert.” Amongst the topics covered in this discussion are…
LONDON — Future Market Insights’ analysis reveals that the automotive brake shims market is estimated at $562 million 2022 and is projected to reach a valuation of $930 million by 2032 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%…
Source: TMD Friction announcement HARTLEPOOL, U.K. — TMD Friction UK has completed the latest IMI-accredited electric and hybrid vehicle training, as the braking specialist focuses on the future of the automotive industry and commits to support its customers as new…
Source: TMD Friction announcement LEVERKUSEN, Germany — TMD Friction’s high-performance braking product lines continue to prove their credentials on the racing circuit, with its Mintex brand providing the stopping power to various racing and rallying championships nationwide, including Lewis Brown…
Source: TMD Friction announcement CLECKHEATON, U.K. — TMD Friction’s braking brand DON has unveiled a new-look website aligning its commercial vehicle and passenger car brake offering, to give customers easy access to everything they need, all in one place. The…
Source: TMD Friction announcement HARTLEPOOL, U.K. — Aftermarket braking specialist TMD Friction has added six new brake pads and eight new brake discs to its Mintex product range, extending its product lines to cover more vehicles. The additions to Mintex’s…
Source: TMD Friction announcement HARTLEPOOL, U.K. — TMD Friction has pledged its support to established parts distributor Fleet Factors by wrapping two of its delivery vans with its iconic Mintex and Textar branding. Covering the Teesside area, Fleet Factors, a…
Source: TMD Friction announcement HARTLEPOOL, U.K. — Braking friction specialists TMD Friction, in conjunction with the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI), has launched a roadshow of technical training workshops for college students to address the skills shortage in the…
Source: TMD Friction announcement LEVERKUSEN, Germany — More and more motorhomes are on the roads in Europe – demand is booming, not least due to the Corona pandemic. In the next few weeks, many campers will take their vehicle out…