CHATHAM, Mass. – Hyundai decided to leave a good thing as is by carrying over unchanged the 2024 Ioniq 6 electric vehicle (EV) sedan from its multi-award-winning – including World Car of the Year, World Design of the Year and…
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is raising the bar for its TOP SAFETY PICK and TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards in 2024, imposing new challenges for automakers. The updated criteria focus on enhancing protection for backseat passengers and bolstering…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Hyundai’s designers began their work on the new 2024 Kona range by envisioning it as a fully electric small sport-utility vehicle (SUV) and then adapted it to an internal-combustion-engine variant; a reverse of what had been the…
Bettaparts, a leading name in aftermarket automotive parts, has expanded its product lineup with the launch of 30 new brake calipers. This addition aims to cater to a diverse range of vehicles, promising enhanced coverage and superior performance for popular…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Enhancement and refinement mark the subtle but important changes Mazda brought to the 2024 CX-30 2.5 Turbo AWD with premium plus package I recently drove. When I drove the 2023 version of this model last June, I…
Juratek has officially expanded its aftermarket braking solutions portfolio, introducing a significant update that includes five new brake discs, four brake hoses, and one brake pad. This enhancement aims to offer a more comprehensive range and superior performance across a…
Recent AAA research has spotlighted the performance of reverse automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems in four 2023 model-year vehicles, revealing limitations in their effectiveness. These systems, equipped with rear cross-traffic mitigation, are integral in reducing rear-end collisions but are not…
MIDDLEBORO, Mass. – The recent 2024 New England Motor Press Association Winter Vehicle of the Year event was an electrifying affair as I sampled vehicles with electrical or electrically aided powerplants during the driving portion of the program. The automotive…
Disc Brakes Australia (DBA), a renowned name in brake manufacturing, has officially announced its exclusive partnership with Motorsport Australia, marking a significant step in motorsport development. Motorsport Australia, operating as a not-for-profit member-based organization, is dedicated to the advancement, regulation,…
First Line Ltd., a premier supplier in the automotive parts industry, has launched an impressive range of 43 new products for 2024, significantly enhancing its offerings. This expansion includes key automotive components, notably increasing its brake parts selection. The new…
BETTAPARTS, a renowned provider of automotive parts, has recently announced the launch of 16 new brake pad part numbers. This expansion is a strategic move to broaden the company’s coverage of various vehicle models, showcasing its commitment to delivering high-quality,…
Juratek, a renowned automotive parts manufacturer, embarks on 2024 with an impressive expansion of its product line. The company proudly announces the addition of 25 new components, enhancing both vehicle performance and safety. This expansion includes a diverse range of…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Value has been a cornerstone of the Kia brand since its coming to America and the refreshed 2024 Kia Seltos SX AWD subcompact sport utility (SUV) reinforces this legacy. Often, the term refresh when applied to a…
All 20 automakers deliver on voluntary pledge, making automatic emergency braking standard in new vehicles. In a major victory for road safety, all 20 carmakers participating in a voluntary pledge have met the goal of equipping nearly all light-duty vehicles…
Standard Motor Products (SMP®) has capped off a robust year with 227 new part numbers, bringing their 2023 total to a staggering 2,626. This expansion prioritizes critical safety and convenience components like ABS sensors and parking brake actuators, offering wider…
Juratek is expanding its comprehensive braking portfolio with the addition of 36 new parts, including brake discs, pads, calipers, shoes, hoses, wheel cylinders, and wear leads. This new line-up is designed to deliver superior performance and reliability for a wide…
FMSI (Friction Material Standards Institute) has recently broadened its range of Z Numbers, a key classification in the automotive brake industry, by introducing 26 new entries encompassing an estimated 12.8 million vehicles in operation. This expansion now raises the total…
TMD Friction UK, a renowned leader in braking technology, has announced an expansion of its Textar brand, introducing four new brake pads and two innovative brake discs. This move underscores the company’s dedication to delivering high-quality braking solutions across a…
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…
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…
AUSTIN, Texas – Tesla, Inc., has agreed to recall certain model-year 2021-2023 Tesla Model X sport-utility vehicles (SUVs) that might have an issue with the brake fluid-level indication system. The 54,676 vehicles within the recall population might have been produced…
PONTIAC, Mich. – Retired, renowned brake engineer and authority Paul Stoloff has joined the fast-growing team of experts at PureForge® braking systems. Discussing the ability to bring Stoloff out of retirement to join the PureForge team, CEO Gordon Heidacker said, “Paul is…
ARLINGTON, Va. – Last week the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) announced that three new electric vehicles (EVs) had achieved its TOP SAFETY PICK+, the highest safety rating the organization can bestow on a vehicle. Joining the 2023 Genesis…
VERNON HILLS, Ill. — ZF Aftermarket expanded its parts offerings in August 2023 for vehicles in the United States and Canada, adding 74 new listings to its TRW and SACHS branded portfolios. The latest additions expand coverage to more than…
BRISTOL, U.K. — Apec have expanded its braking range with 151 new part numbers this month. The range extension includes three brake discs, 21 brake calipers, six brake pad sets, four brake pad fitting kits, three brake shoes, 110 ABS…