The latest news and headlines from around the global brake industry. This page lists all of the articles in the uncategorized category.
In this episode, Brian covers the topics of regenerative braking and electric vehicles with Deaglán Ó Meachair, Chief Technical Officer with Anu Technologies Ltd. Deaglán is an automotive engineering consultant with varied international experience in multinational OEMs. He has strong…
Vehicle emissions don’t come from just a tailpipe. German auto supplier Mann + Hummel has developed a filter that captures 80 percent of dust pollution from disc brakes before it reaches the air. Reducing brake dust, especially in city centers…
SCHUSTER COMPANY DELIVERS SAFETY AND SWEET TREATS FROM THE “ICE CREAM CAPITAL OF THE WORLD” Iowa-Based Carrier Specs Bendix Safety Systems, Moving toward Fleetwide Collision Mitigation Technology ELYRIA, Ohio – Oct. 11, 2018 – You can point to several things that make Schuster…
[dropcap]S[/dropcap]AE Brake Colloquium kicks off this Sunday. In anticipation of the yearly event, The Brake Report spoke with three exhibitors. Cardolite creates industrial products from cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL). Bruker creates high-end scientific instruments. Dekati specializes in manufacturing tools…
[dropcap]I[/dropcap]magine the proud owner of a new vehicle, one equipped with a dazzling array of driver-assistance features. The owner drives the car off the lot and is soon on the highway. The driver has decades of experience behind the wheel,…
[dropcap]A[/dropcap]t this year’s SAE Brake Colloquium, Michael Schorn is being awarded the Forest R. McFarland Award for his contributions to the SAE Engineering Board. Michael has been participating in the SAE Brake Colloquium for about 20 years and has contributed as a…
MCHENRY, Ill. – Oct. 9, 2018 – In the aftermath of Hurricane Florence, Brake Parts Inc (BPI) has made a donation to the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) to support their efforts to help auto care industry members affected by…
Commensurate with Alcon’s commitment to be at the forefront of emerging technology, the company has been developing fully active braking systems to meet advances in Autonomous Vehicle Technology. They have engaged with top-flight motorsport and aeronautical suppliers, along with specialist…
German manufacturer Knorr-Bremse reports a high level of interest in its upcoming IPO. In fact, the company is shortening its pre-sale offer period by a day. This pre-sale period is an opportunity for very large investors to purchase large blocks…
[dropcap]M[/dropcap]eneta is on the move. That’s the message from Kim Oestergaard, a 25-year veteran of the automotive business. He is the head of Meneta Germany, Meneta Advanced Shim Technology Denmark, and Meneta North America. Meneta is investing in its business…
Camarillo, CA • October 2018 Wilwood’s Classic Series front disc brake kits for 1957-1972 Ford F-100 trucks provide an easy and affordable bolt-on solution for improved stopping power with an element of style on these classic era Ford trucks with…
Ben Nussbaum has joined The Brake Report as its Chief Content Officer. “Ben has spent a career building brands and driving growth,” said Brian Hagman, President and Publisher of The Brake Report. “The Brake Report is constantly improving and changing. Ben…
INFORMATION RELEASE – OCTOBER 03, 2018 “It’s simple – brakes save lives,” stated Larry. “One of the easiest things we can do as an industry is to recognize that brakes are the most important safety device in a vehicle. This…
FTR Reports North American Class 8 Orders for September Continue Surge as Fleets Secure Truck Availability Throughout 2019 Bloomington, IN (October 3, 2018) FTR reports preliminary North American Class 8 orders for September continued to surge, coming in at 42,300…
September vehicle sales numbers are in, with three major headlines: Vehicle sales are way down from September 2017. One main reason is that last year’s numbers were artificially high due to Hurricane Harvey, which forced many buyers to purchase new…
The Brake Report is happy to introduce this new quarterly feature. Every three months we’ll round up information on the stock performance of public companies in brake manufacturing. We’re also happy to introduce a new tool for the brake community:…
Bendix to Acquire ProSteering, North American Remanufacturer of All-Makes Steering Components Bendix Will Expand Aftermarket Product Lineup, Apply Global Steering Expertise to North America, and Extend Pathway to Autonomous Future through Bendix ProSteering Acquisition ELYRIA, Ohio – Oct. 2, 2018 – Bendix…
Self-driving cars make some people nervous, especially after a series of fatal accidents involving autonomous automobiles that didn’t stop when they should have. But what happens when a robot tank fails to hit the brakes? Concerned about “the dangers of…
Automotive Components Floby expands its operations and opens office in Shanghai AC Floby is adapting its business plan for an increasingly global marketplace for vehicles. The first step in its move towards a more distinct international presence is to open…
Auburn Hills, Michigan, September 24, 2018 – WABCO Holdings Inc., the leading global supplier of braking control systems and other advanced technologies that improve the safety, efficiency and connectivity of commercial vehicles, today announced that it received Platinum Supplier honors…