ACDelco is running a new promotion in October for all Canadian auto service facilities, focused on ACDelco Professional and Advantage drums and rotors. By registering and participating, qualifying Canadian repair facilities can earn limited edition ACDelco brake t-shirts, an ACDelco…
Read Part 1 of this article here. By Juan Jesús García, PhD, Product Manager, Braking Systems in Applus IDIADA In the first part of the article, the study aimed at measuring in-service DTV at constant vehicle speed and during braking…
Mass production of “Mugunghwa-100,” a core electronic brake system, attracts attention from clients Automobile parts company Mando (CEO Chung Mong-won) hosted “Flawless Launching Ceremony” for MGH-100 (Mugunghwa-100), an electronic brake system (EBS) at Brake Business Headquarters in Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi-do on September 18,…
[dropcap]A[/dropcap]n engineer by training, Andrew Halonen of Mayflower Consulting, LLC, has spent two decades helping make vehicles lighter and connecting people in the lightweighting world. The Brake Report spoke with Andrew as he prepared for Lightweighting World Expo, taking place in Novi,…
BENDIX TECH TIPS: THE BENDIX DO’S AND DON’TS OF COMBINING AIR DISC AND DRUM BRAKES ELYRIA, Ohio – Sept. 24, 2018 – Even as air disc brakes become increasingly popular in North American commercial vehicle fleets, concerns of brake system balance –…
UK and European brake maker Pagid announced a new promotion today. Pagid is giving away “luxury city breaks” to garages that use Pagid parts. For every £500 garages spend on Pagid products before the end of October, they get one…
Nissan is recalling more than 215,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to a fire risk caused by a faulty seal on an anti-lock brake pump. The pump can leak brake fluid onto a circuit board, potentially causing an electrical short.…
Two German powerhouses, Continental and Knorr-Bremse, are partnering to develop highly automated driving (HAD) solutions for commercial vehicles. The companies aim to show their technology to potential customers in 2019 by demonstrating an automated three-truck convoy. The companies also expect…
With the motto “Driving our Future”, Haldex will present key concepts of the future at IAA Commercial Vehicles trade fair but also proven products and innovations With the development of autonomous driving, the vehicle system architecture is about to be…
Euro NCAP releases the safety ratings of four new cars today. Both the Audi A6 and the VW Touareg achieve a maximum five- star rating, the Ford Tourneo Connect achieves a solid four-star rating and the new Suzuki Jimny scores…
Developed to maximize the advantages of Brembo’s Aftermarket range of drilled and slotted discs, these new pads are the ideal solution for enthusiast car drivers who enjoy sports driving without compromising on comfort and duration during the daily road use.…
To Ensure Safe and Reliable Operation, Pay Close Attention to the Technology of Submerged Vehicles, from Wheel-End to Compressor ELYRIA, Ohio – Sept. 17, 2018 – As certain as autumn follows summer, hurricane season spins to life every year, and with…
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…
Will lead Link’s sales development for the French market Link Engineering Company is excited to announce the addition of Xavier Roth le Gentil. Xavier comes to Link with years of brake and automotive experience and will represent LINK as the…
Particularly reliable and safe thanks to its low viscosity and its high wet boiling point High-performance brake fluid for almost any brake system launched since 1990 Shorter ESP® reaction times, reduced formation of vapor bubbles Reduced stock-keeping efforts and requirements…
The ZF Group’s “Vision Zero” is now visibly taking shape within its Aftermarket Division. By following this guiding principle, the leading supplier for driveline, chassis and safety technology aims to create a world with zero emissions and zero accidents. ZF…
Future range to cover E-Class and AMG models C Class: Brake discs available for front and rear axles Workshops benefit from an economical alternative Frankfurt, September 11, 2018. The technology company Continental has significantly expanded its range of brake discs…
Disc brake sets new standards of economy in the class up to 19 kNm brake torque Single-piston design means lower weight Quick and efficient adaptation to specific applications and regional require-ments Optional Active Caliper Release (ACR) delivers fuel savings The…
Automotive IQ is proud to announce that the European edition of the annual Intelligent Braking Systems conference will be coming to Berlin, Germany between 27 – 29 November 2018 to present the latest innovations in Braking Systems. Meet leading companies…
[rev_slider alias=”Hella_Pagid_8_28_18″] Ferrari and Audi sports cars with the Hella Pagid livery are now available Essen, August 28, 2018. Since the beginning of 2018, the Essen brakes specialist Hella Pagid has been the premium sponsor of racing one. In this year’s…
Hannover and Stuttgart, Germany – Cutting costs, improving logistics chains, and making drivers’ lives easier: with technology to automate, connect, and electrify commercial vehicles, Bosch is improving efficiency and safety in logistics. At the 67th IAA Commercial Vehicles in Hannover, the…
Article by Walter E Frankiewicz, Haldex The history of air disc brake usage on commercial vehicles has it’s beginning in Europe. Although air disc brakes were evaluated and developed in the early 1980’s for North American vehicles, the performance and…
Bendix Notes That Industry Demand for OE-Quality Reman Shoes Continues to Increase, While Focus Remains on Performance and Value ELYRIA, Ohio – July 16, 2018 – Since beginning serial production of remanufactured brake shoes in the fall of 2012, Bendix Commercial…
Article by: Bernat Ferrer, Project Manager, Braking Systems in Applus IDIADA. Read Part 2 here and Part 3 here. Brake durabilities on public roads are one of the main activities for the development and validation of OEM’s vehicles in terms…
Leah Burns is VED Hydraulics Engineering Manager for Continental Automotive Systems, Inc. Continental’s Chassis & Safety division develops and produces integrated active and passive driving safety technologies as well as products that support vehicle dynamics. In the following Q&A, Leah shares…