CHATHAM, Mass. – Toyota, which brought electrification to American motorists at the turn of the century with its hybrid-electric Prius sedan; added numerous other hybrids, plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) and hydrogen-electric vehicles until its sales today are 25 percent electrified; has…
Fras-le, a global leader in friction materials, expands its EHnergy brake pad line with new applications for top-selling electric and hybrid models in Brazil. Amidst surging demand for hybrid vehicles in Brazil, Fras-le is stepping up its commitment to EV…
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a preliminary investigation into potential braking issues plaguing the 2023 Fisker Ocean SUV. This action stems from nine complaints alleging sudden loss of braking performance, particularly on low-traction surfaces. The reported…
Mark your calendars: EuroBrake, the pinnacle of brake technology innovation, returns to Germany in 2024. From June 17-19, the Rheingoldhalle in Mainz will host a gathering of industry leaders, showcasing cutting-edge advancements and shaping the future of braking across sectors.…
Automotive giants tap Sensata’s force sensor to unlock the future of electric vehicles and electromechanical brakes. As electric vehicles (EVs) surge in popularity, braking systems need a modern makeover. That’s where Sensata Technologies steps in, with its groundbreaking Brake Force…
CHATHAM, Mass. – The fifth generation of the Lexus RX luxury sport utility vehicle (SUV) offers American consumers a broad range of powertrain choices and trim levels, and I spent a fun few days behind the wheel of a hybrid…
Welcome to another edition of the Coffee Brake podcast. In today’s episode, we are delighted to have Lutz Kuehnke join us for an insightful discussion on Continental and its global leadership within the automotive brake segment. Lutz will be sharing…
Brembo, the global leader in automotive brake systems, has reported a robust performance for the first nine months of 2023. The company’s revenues escalated to €2,919 million, a 7% increase compared to the same period last year, even amid a…
CHATHAM, Mass. – The first vehicle I ever reviewed was a Mercedes-Benz; and like that E-Class sedan years ago, the new battery-electric (BEV) EQE 500 4MATIC SUV I recently sampled performed beyond my expectations. Like previous versions of the world’s…
CHATHAM, Mass. – It began as a small, two-door hatchback resembling something from a German automaker and now in its 11th generation the redesigned 2023 Honda Accord represents one of the most sought after family sedans in the United States.…
MAHARASHTRA, India –The automotive original-equipment (OEM) brake-friction material market is expected to grow at a compound-annual-growth rate of 6% from 2023 to 2030, according to information published in Infinity Business Insights’ report Global and China Automotive OEM Brake Friction Material…
CHATHAM, Mass. – America’s most popular compact sport utility (SUV), otherwise known as a crossover-utility vehicle (CUV), the Honda CR-V received a complete remake for the 2023 model year which makes it an even more formidable entrant in the largest,…
CAMARILLO, Calif. – Wilwood Engineering has launched upgrade brake kits for the 2016-2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata. The Miata is a fun, lightweight sports car, but the factory brakes left room for improvement. Wilwood’s motorsports-proven Dynapro forged aluminum, four piston radial…
CHATHAM, Mass – Thanks to a generous friend, I was able to explore the Mid and Outer Cape (Cod) in a 2022 Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor all-wheel-drive (AWD) sedan. And it was a very enjoyable experience. Comfortable, quiet and…
LIVONIA, Mich. – LINK Engineering is offering a new brochure outlining new upgrades for its ProLINK brake testing software systems, both for dynamometer and vehicle testing. According to a company representative, “… each ProLINK upgrade is designed to address a…
CHATHAM, Mass. – To most Americans who even remember the Alfa Romeo name, the image it evokes is a sleek, sexy two-seat roadster with unique Italian flair being driven by the likes of Marcello Mastroianni and Sophia Loren along the…
STANSTEAD, U.K. – Rosa Delgado, Senior Manager; Powertrain at Applus+ IDIADA, will be participating in the EuroBrake 2023 Strategy panel session discussing the “Effects of the EU7 regulation on brake system development and homologationon.” The Strategy session will be held…
DEARBORN, Mich. – Ford added a hybrid powertrain to its Explorer SUV law-enforcement interceptor, the most popular police vehicle sold in the United States, which brought other system changes. Like most electrified vehicles, whether hybrid (HEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV) or…
Dan Sandberg spent has spent some 25 years in the braking industry, originally, in a variety of roles including president, with Hayes Lemmerz International Inc., then 16 years as the president/chief-executive officer of Brembo North America, Inc. He retired from…
ROYAL LEAMINGTON SPA, U.K. — Rear brake pads for the Ford Mustang Mach-E have been unveiled as the latest first-to-market release from Delphi. The Ford Mustang Mach-E was developed from the ground up as an all-electric vehicle and boasts a…
ROERMOND, The Netherlands — The braking industry faces numerous challenges in the years ahead including meeting global regulations on particulate emissions. Recently Lapinus posted the following article by Adnan Sarfraz examining the impact of the Euro 7 standards on passenger-car…
STANSTEAD, U.K. — Dr. Marko Weirich, Senior Manager CAE Functions & Analytics, Daimler Truck AG will be presenting a keynote during the opening plenary session on “Endurance Brake System for the Mercedes-Benz eACTROS Long Haul” at the upcoming EuroBrake event.…
CHATHAM, Mass. – The look is entirely unique but the swift, quiet, smooth driving experience says the four-door sedan maneuvering smoothly through the twisting bay-side roads of Wellfleet, Mass. is the latest offering from the growing family of Hyundai electric…
LONDON — Gulf Lubricants has announced a new range of electric and hybrid powertrain brake fluids and coolants, eLEC, offering tailored products to vehicles with electrified powertrains, as take up of fully electric and hybrid vehicles increases. The eLEC polyglycol-based…
CHATHAM, Mass. – A decade after Nissan pioneered battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) in the United States with its small four-door Leaf it has introduced the Ariya, an all-new, ground-up electric-vehicle, into the rapidly expanding, competitive U.S. electric-vehicle market. The Ariya brings…