Wagner Launches OEx Brake Pads For US Passenger Cars
This new line contains more than 100 SKUs and covers greater than 90% of passenger car vehicles 2005 and newer, or more than 150,000,000 domestic, European and Asian vehicles in operation in North America, according to the company.
Centric Parts Launches ‘Ultimate Summer Getaway’ to Promote GCX Rotors and PQ PRO Brake Pads
The promotion is open to all WDs and qualified professional automotive technicians.
‘How Brake Pads Are Made’ Video Reaches 1 Million Views
YouTube celebrity Chris Fix uploaded a video to YouTube showing how a brake pad is manufactured, from the stamping of the backing plate to installation on his vehicle.
Centric Parts’ PQ PRO ‘Experience the Best’ Promotion Lets Technicians Try Premium Brake Pads for Free
In addition to receiving a free set of PQ PRO brake pads, technicians who complete a pre-/post-trial feedback form will be entered to win a $100 e-gift card to the Centric Parts online apparel and promotional store.
Friction Materials Standards Institute Database Now Lists OEM Brake Pads that Include Mechanical Attachment
The part numbers and associated applications represent about 30 percent of the cars, trucks and school buses on the roads in North America, according to the institute.
Autopart International New Brake Pads
Manufactured with OE friction material and OE positive-mold process, the ultra-quiet brake pads feature semi-metallic and ceramic formulations that provide stronger stopping power, reliability and a confident pedal feel to drivers, according to the company
Continental Ramps Up European Coverage with ATE Brake Pads, Rotors
“The combination of the ATE Original brake pads and the ATE Single Pack rotors deliver the optimal comfort characteristics to ensure smooth operation, and the OE materials we use ensure long-lasting performance,” said Dan Caciolo, head of product management for Continental Independent Aftermarket Powertrain & Brake Systems.
NUCAP Industries Introduces Galvanized NRS Brake Pads
NUCAP galvanized NRS brake pads feature mechanically attached friction on a galvanized-steel backing plate.
Next-Gen MEYLE Brake Pads Designed to Minimize Noise
In addition to the enhanced friction material, MEYLE has adapted the design of the brake-pad surface.
Bosch Adds Starters, Alternators, Brake Pads to Portfolio
The new SKUs cover more than 4.8 million vehicles in operation in the United States and Canada.
