UPS Announces Winner Of ‘Ride Your Hauler To SEMA’ Contest
Cutworm Specialties built the custom vehicle’s suspension, spindles, axle and lug nuts from scratch. LAS VEGAS — Just in time for the 2013 SEMA Show, UPS has announced the winner of its “Ride Your Hauler to SEMA” Contest. The contest, in its first year, was designed to celebrate the creative talent among the automotive
What’s the difference between economy, standard and premium rotors?
Good brakes are essential for safe driving. One of the key components in a disc brake system is the rotor. A. The price, obviously, is one difference, but there are also differences in rotor design and cooling, the type of iron alloys used to cast the rotor, noise, wear and overall performance. Good brakes are
New Bosch Blue Disc Brake Pads Offer ‘Everyday’ Performance And Value
With 997 SKUs for North America (United States and Canada), Bosch Disc Brake Pads provide more than 95 percent vehicles in operation (VIO) coverage. BROADVIEW, Ill. – Bosch has just introduced the new Bosch Blue Disc Brake Pads, targeted to general repair shops that service a variety of makes and models. According to the company,
The National Pronto Association Honors Honeywell Friction Materials At Annual Meeting
Bendix receives “Partner of the Year” and “Supplier of the Year” awards. TROY, Mich. — The National Pronto Association recognized Honeywell Friction Materials as its 2013 “Supplier of the Year” and “Partner of the Year” at the group’s recent annual meeting. The event, which took place on Sept. 17, in San Antonio, Texas, brought together
Sean Lannoo Joins Continental As Sales Technical Training Specialist
The 13-year company vet returns to lead aftermarket technical support and training.
Akebono Brake Corp. Expands Sales Team
With more than 30 years of automotive sales experience, Mike Bruening joins Akebono from XL Parts, an automotive aftermarket parts distributor where he served as a territory sales manager.
New Digital Abex Commercial Vehicle Air Disc Brake Catalog Now Available At www.FMe-cat.com
User-friendly digital catalog includes OE-quality replacement brake pads and hardware kits for city bus, over-the-road coach and tractor-trailer applications.
How do you choose the ‘best’ friction pads for a vehicle?
The best advice is to follow the friction recommendations provided by the brake manufacturer. Most brake suppliers offer a range of specially formulated friction materials in their product lines.
What’s the difference between economy, standard and premium rotors?
Good brakes are essential for safe driving. One of the key components in a disc brake system is the rotor.
How long should sealed wheel bearings last?
Wheel bearing cartridges and hubs are sealed and lubed for life so no maintenance is required. But if a vehicle is driven though hub deep water or mud, contaminants may get past the seals and enter the bearing.