Brakes supplier Fras-le has launched its new range of commercial vehicle brake pads into the UK. Fras-le’s new brake pads cater to various heavy-duty applications. Fras-le entered the UK market at the start of 2024, following the acquisition of Juratek in March 2023. This strategic move offers its comprehensive range of CV braking products, particularly its CV brake pads and CV brake linings to the sector.
Apec has expanded the Apec Red and Apec Blue ranges with 28 new braking components this month. Each one has been meticulously designed and manufactured to meet the exacting standards that customers have come to expect from Apec, says the company.
Delphi reports having achieved outstanding results in a recent independent evaluation of original equipment (OE) braking systems, sharing that “rigorous testing” of its none asbestos organic (NAO) ceramic and low metallic pads against six “top-tier brands” highlighted Delphi’s “exceptional performance across key metrics,” including dust emission, noise levels, and pedal consistency.
Braking brand Delphi now offers rear brake pads for the Ford Mustang Mach-E 07/2020> in a first-to-market release. The Ford Mustang Mach-E was developed from the ground up as an all-electric vehicle and boasts a driving range of around 370 miles under WLTP regulations. “We’re really excited to announce the launch of our new EV brake pads,” said Carl Lester, Global Product Line Manager at Delphi. “Delphi EV brake pads have been engineered to provide instant friction and exceptional braking performance straight from the box.”
Brembo has signed an agreement for the acquisition of a 100 per cent stake in SBS Friction A/S, a Danish company which develops and manufactures sintered and organic material brake pads for motorcycles. The transaction entails a consideration of 224 million Danish Krone, equal to approximately £27 million. The company will pay this using available cash. Enterprise value is 300 million Danish Krone (£36 million). Brembo expects the agreement’s finalisation in the first quarter of 2021.
TMD Friction has revealed that it is continuing to fight back against fake parts amid reports of a rise in the number of fake components entering the aftermarket. The manufacturer is currently working on a security seal that will be directly linked to its computer system, allowing any factor or garage to check the authenticity.
ZF Aftermarket has been awarded the Partslife environmental award for its use of “Powder Adhesive Technology” in the production of its TRW branded brake pads. The pads are now manufactured without organic solvents as a result of this technology. The award aims to promote innovative and exemplary measures for environmental protection, and to encourage employees of other companies to imitate them.
Clutch and brake specialist National Auto Parts shows no signs of halting growth in 2019 as it introduces more additions across two of its key product ranges. In response to demand, 11 new brake pads and two new clutch parts have been added this month, now available to aftermarket customers.
Autoparts UK has introduced more new brake pad references under the established Padtech brand, offering customers expanded vehicle parc coverage, including the Jaguar XJ and Audi A4.
49 new brake pads have been added to National Auto Parts’ product range in March, underlining the company’s commitment to bringing to market products that are in demand at both garages and motor factors.
Delphi’s new range of brake products are currently featured on the company’s stand at Automechanika Birmingham 2017. Products include R90 certified discs, an extended range of coated discs, copper-free pads and a new programme of caliper slider kits.
Servicesure Autocentres, The Parts Alliance garage programme, are urging motorists to check out the new Brakesure offer of lifetime replacement on brake pads, which is now available from over 200 garages within the Servicesure network right around the UK.
Comline Auto Parts (Comline), the award-winning British distributor of European, Japanese and Korean replacement parts, has enhanced its brake pad and disc offering with over 50 new part numbers. The company says its friction offering is a major reason for its status as one of the fastest-growing automotive brands in Europe.
Autoparts UK has introduced 40 new-to-range pads under the established Padtech brand, offering customers expanded vehicle parc coverage. The range covers a number of high profile makes and models including: Ford, Renault, Hyundai, Fiat, BMW, Audi, Toyota, Kia, Citroen, Peugeot, Mazda, Honda, Mercedes and Volkswagen.
Roadlink International has successfully demonstrated the performance of its brake pads after putting the product through extensive tests against an original equipment (OE) brand. IDIADA Automotive Technology UK carried out the independent research comparing the stopping power and pad wear of a recognised OE pad against the Roadlink RF4001 brake pad.
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