Haldex isn’t just a name in brakes – it’s a synonym for reliability and innovation. For over a decade, their ModulT trailer disc brake has been a trusted workhorse across Europe, delivering exceptional performance with minimal support issues. But what…
TMD Friction UK, a prominent braking expert, has expanded its Mintex product line to better serve the passenger car and light commercial vehicle markets. The latest additions include three brake discs, three brake pads, and four wear leads, enhancing the…
BETTAPARTS, a subsidiary of Fras-Le, is expanding its product lineup with the introduction of 45 new part numbers to its acclaimed braking range. This significant expansion includes an array of 42 brake discs, a set of brake shoes, and two…
JURATEK, a leader in automotive brake systems, has significantly expanded its product line with the addition of 35 new references to its premium braking range. This expansion includes various essential components such as brake discs, pads, calipers, shoes, hoses, and…
This November 16-18, the Formula 1 Heineken Silver Grand Prix in Las Vegas presents a unique challenge for teams and drivers, especially in the realm of braking technology. As the third major U.S. event this season, following Miami and Austin,…
Mercedes-Benz has reached a significant achievement in automotive safety: since 2012, over 10 million of its passenger cars sold globally now feature a pedestrian emergency braking system. This system, known as Active Brake Assist, includes pedestrian detection, enhancing the safety…
IAV, alongside TU Berlin, has unveiled a groundbreaking method designed to elevate braking safety for networked commercial vehicles by incorporating onboard weather data and leveraging existing vehicular sensors. Why It Matters Enhanced braking systems in heavy vehicles could significantly reduce…
Delphi is significantly enhancing its braking product offerings, with a focus on being first-to-market (F2M). With an average of 300 new braking parts launched annually, the company has amplified its pace in 2023. Notably, new pads have been introduced for…
DERBHYSHIRE, U.K. — MJAllen Automotive has secured a new major distribution agreement with leading aftermarket distributor Marathon Warehouse Distribution (MWD). Under the new agreement, Marathon will supply the full National Autoparts braking range of brake discs, pads, shoes and fitting…
BRISTOL, U.K. – October has brought 33 new part numbers added to the expanding Apec braking range. The range extension includes 18 wear indicators, 10 brake calipers, two brake pad sets, one brake cable and two splash guards. Each one…
WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ – The BMW X2 introduced the concept of a Sports Activity Coupe (SAC) for the premium compact segment. And now the more distinctive, sportier, and tech-forward second generation makes its debut. Significantly larger dimensions, a pronounced coupe…
DONCASTER, U.K. — JURATEK is expanding its braking product range with the introduction of 22 new part numbers to give customers greater vehicle-parc coverage. JURATEK’s new-to-range references include one set of brake shoes, three brake discs, three brake pads, three…
MUNICH – Knorr-Bremse recently posted the following interview with Michael Holz, its in-house expert on the company’s MotionLead rail braking/acceleration system. Because the systems are based on a modular principle, Knorr-Bremse can adapt the control levers to operators’ specific requirements.…
EAST LANSING, Mich. – Recently, when customers began complaining that their vehicles with driver-assistance technologies (ADAS) were “phantom braking” or slamming on the brakes without any visible obstacles present, researchers at Michigan State University (MSU) wanted to learn more about…
STUTTGART AND MUNICH, Germany – Vehicles are an integral part of today’s digital world. In the future, new functions for connectivity, automation, personalization, and highly efficient powertrains will increasingly be delivered by software and smart hardware. Bosch is equally at…
BRISTOL, U.K. — Apec have expanded the braking range this month with 35 new part numbers. The Apec range extension includes 14 brake-fitting kits, one brake-adjuster kit, 11 brake calipers, one brake-caliper-fitting kit, two brake discs, four brake-pad sets and…
ADELANTO, Calif. — This is the fourth article in a four-part series on regenerative braking characterization by Marco Victorero, Test Engineer, Braking Systems in Applus IDIADA. Review part 1 | Review part 2 | Review part 3 The objective of this…
TRURO, U.K. — The Independent Motor Factor Trade Association (IFA) has expanded its Modero braking range of brake discs, pads, shoes, hoses, calipers and wheel cylinders. Exclusively available from IFA distributors, the Modero braking range offers matching OE product quality…
MEXICO CITY — ZF Aftermarket is expanding its product and service offerings for the passenger car aftermarket in Mexico and will showcase its offerings at INA PAACE Automechanika, July 12-14, 2023 at Centro Citibanamex in Mexico City, Booth #3004. ZF…
FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany– ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) division has underlined its commitment to the fully electrified future of mobility by presenting its latest eMobility kit – which can be fully integrated with braking and ADAS componentry. Providing all the key…
TAMWORTH, U.K. — Praga will debut its Alcon-equipped road-legal, race car-inspired Bohema hypercar at Alcon’s stand at the 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed, all part of the brake company’s 40th anniversary. Alcon’s powerful six-piston calipers are key to the Bohema’s…
STOCKHOLM — Volta Trucks, the leading and disruptive all-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has announced a long-term agreement with ZF, the world’s largest supplier to the commercial vehicle industry, for some of the core systems and components in…
The Formula 1 circus returns to Europe this weekend for the Austrian Grand Prix which the Brembo engineers say is in the “medium” level of difficulty – on a scale of 1 to 5 it is a 3 — for…
LANDSKRONA, Sweden – Haldex recently posted the following overview on how a braking system functions: Braking is based on friction. There are no other physical dimensions or forces; it’s just down to friction between the brake lining and the drum,…
ADELANTO, Calif. — This is the third article in a four-part series on regenerative braking characterization by Marco Victorero, Test Engineer, Braking Systems in Applus IDIADA. Review part 1 here Review part 2 here The objective of this article is to…