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…
HANOVER, Germany — Continental ended the second quarter (Q2) of 2023 with strong earnings again in the tires group sector and high order intake in automotive of around €8.6 billion. The ContiTech group sector achieved solid results, while earnings in Automotive…
CAXIAS DO SUL, Brazil – Frasle Mobility reported historical results for the first half (H1) of 2023. The company achieved R$1.8 billion in consolidated net revenue in the period, an increase of 18% compared to the first six months of 2022.…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Mercedes-Benz lists 12 different SUVs on its consumer website, from the subcompact GLA to the uber-premium/luxury Mercedes-Maybach GLS. I recently spent a week in a 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 4MATIC, the latest iteration of the company’s original…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Allowing the customer to find just the right full-size pickup to meet his or her needs has been the cornerstone of this segment for generations, so when the desire is for a value-oriented, four-door, five-or-six-passenger pickup to…
ARCADIA, Calif. — Brembo brakes and the first manual-transmission car to include the award-winning EyeSight® advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS) highlight the new 2024 SUBARU BRZ tS® performance-oriented two-seat sports coupe. Introduced recently, the BRZ tS comes equipped with STI-tuned front…
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…
CHATHAM, Mass. – The redesigned (second generation) 2024 Chevrolet Trax 2RS subcompact sport-utility (SUV) surprised me – in a particularly good way. I did not expect much when I was told I would be spending a week in the 1.2-liter,…
BARCELONA — The discipline of gravel biking continues to gain popularity and has an increasingly loyal following due to its versatility. These bikes allow for exploration of terrains inaccessible to road bikes while providing speed and agility on asphalt. Gravel…
DETROIT – Understanding the marketing importance safety features, especially advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), have become in the marketing and positioning of a new vehicle, Chevrolet emphasized these in the media release announcing the upcoming “redesigned from the ground up” 2024…
LOS ANGELES — Motorcar Parts of America Inc. (Nasdaq: MPAA) announced it recently added more than 50 new late model vehicle brake pad and rotor part number applications to its catalog, providing additional coverage for more than five-million vehicles. These…
AVON, Ohio – Drivers for Hoffman Transportation LLC/G&D Trucking Inc. have not had a rear-end accident in more than 10 years. How does this carrier, which covers up to 12 million miles a year, do it? Jerry Curl, director of…
MILAN, Italy — Innovamat posted on Linkedin the following explanation of the environmentally hazardous potential of potassium titanate fibers used in brake friction materials. The post concludes by describing its fiber-less potassium magnesium titanate process which mitigates these concerns. Health…
CHATHAM, Mass. – I sampled the all-new 2024 Mazda CX-90v a few months ago during the annual #IMPA #2023SpringBrake and came away impressed following the 15-minute drive. Mazda calls the CX-90 its flagship, a title it deserves, especially the fully…
STANSTEAD, U.K. – The upcoming Euro 7 emission standards will be a prime topic throughout EuroBrake 23 beginning with the event’s keynote address, then moving to the recently confirmed strategy panel on “Effects of the EU7 regulation on brake system…
RICHMOND, Va. — Momentum USA took to Linkedin to preview its upcoming line of AmeriPLATINUM Plus, Max Duty brake pads. According to the company’s post, “These brake pads will be the most complete pads offered by AmeriBRAKES providing three levels…
CHATHAM, Mass. – The rain was intense and unrelenting when the 2023 BMW Z4 sDrive30i came to my driveway, damping the enjoyment a modern sports car like this can provide. But after two days of intense downpours, punctuated by lightning…
DUBLIN –The global heavy-duty autonomous vehicle (AV) market was valued at $135.25 billion in 2022 and is anticipated to reach $1,453.20 billion by 2032, witnessing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 27.42%, according to a recent report from ResearchandMarkets.com.…
CHATHAM, Mass. – The Nissan Pathfinder has been a popular mid-size sport utility (SUV) since its 1985 introduction, becoming more entrenched in the market as each subsequent generation became more refined and user-friendly. The fifth generation, launched as a 2022…
SVENDBORG, Denmark — Following the launch of the improved performance brake pad series, SBS Better Brakes – a leading brake pad manufacturer – announced the start of the second transition phase that will include the rear brake pad compounds LS,…
COLOGNE, Germany — TÜV Rheinland, one of the world’s leading providers of testing and certification services, recently announced a strategic partnership with the Randon Technology Center (CTR), one of the most complete open technology centers in Latin America, to offer…
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…
PONTIAC, Mich. – A recent PureForge® rotor test by LINK Engineering demonstrates the rotor longevity and durability built into every PureForge® brake rotor. Results of grueling engineering testing show PureForge® technology reduces wear, extends rotor life, and substantially reduces dust.…
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…
STAMFORD, Conn. — ITT Inc. (NYSE: ITT) announced an expansion of its friction production facility in Termoli, Italy and an upgrade of its research and development capabilities in Barge, Italy to establish a leading position in the high-performance brake pads…