Brake Job: 2015-Current Chevrolet Camaro
GM’s Alpha platform is a rear-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive platform used for the sixth-generation Camaro. This generation includes a variety of engines, ranging from a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder to a 6.2L supercharged V8. With this wide range of powertrains, the brake systems technicians may encounter can vary depending on what is under the hood.
Putting The Spring In Your Brake Jobs
Brake hardware is often a second thought when it comes to replacing a set of brake pads. I can remember not that long ago when it was rare that any new hardware was included with the replacement brake pads.
Bosch Expands Brake Pads, Oxygen Sensors And Engine Management Product Lines
Bosch has added new parts coverage in July and August for select vehicle year, make and model years from BMW, Cadillac, Ford, Kia, Subaru, Volkswagen and more. The braking, oxygen sensor and particulate matter sensor SKUs expand coverage to more than 30 million vehicles in operation in North America.
Akebono Adds 4 New Ultra-Premium Disc Brake Pad Kits To ProACT, Euro Lines
The new part numbers increase Akebono’s coverage by 1.2 million vehicles.
Dynamic Friction Company Introduces Tesla Model S, X Brake Rotors And Pads
The new part number additions have been made available in DFC’s premium rotor, friction and hardware line.
Brake Lubricants: Keeping Brakes Moving
Brakes are the hottest components on a vehicle and they need lubricants that can stand up to the heat. With inconsistent temperatures, brake lubricant also needs to work at sub-zero as well as scorching temperatures.
Chassis Brakes International Unveils Brake-By-Wire System
The company’s new brake-by-wire Smart Brake is designed to replace hydraulic systems and will serve as the foundation for future autonomous vehicle brake systems.
Akebono Releases ProACT And Euro Ultra-Premium Disc Brake Pads; 8 Parts Increase Coverage By Almost 4M Vehicles
Premium stainless hardware is included in the five parts that require it and four of the EURO kits include an electronic wear sensor.
Brake Pad Wear Patterns: Reading The Brake Pads For Safety And Profit
Before you throw out the old brake pads or order a new set, take a good look at them. Worn brake pads can tell you a lot about the entire brake system and prevent the new pads from suffering the same fate. It can also help you to recommend a brake repair that returns the vehicle to like-new condition.
Akebono Expands Its Pro-ACT, Akebono Performance And EURO Disc Brake Pad Offerings
The company says seven pads provide coverage for nearly 1 million vehicles.
