A disc brake is a type of brake that uses calipers to squeeze pairs of pads against a disc in order to create friction that retards the rotation of a shaft, such as a vehicle axle, either to ...

As regulations change and evolve, F1 teams find themselves able to find new ways to reincorporate good concepts that worked ...

A 29-minute-long documentary on the history of the brake disc isn’t going to be on many peoples' Christmas list. Its appeal is niche, yes, but there are enough individuals – there are enough ...

The shoe (i.e. cone) is outfitted with brake lining and pressed into the drum (i.e. cup) to apply friction. The advantage is increased surface area and quicker deceleration. Disc brakes utilize a ...

Stainless steel abutment hardware and electric wear sensors are included in the kits that require it.

It was only a few years ago that the first disc brake systems started to permeate the upper echelons of cyclocross. It didn’t take long for almost the entire professional field (with a few notable ...

MiniProf BT Brake is an excellent tool for measuring the important wear parameters of any brake disc. MiniProf BT Brake provides instant calculations of brake hollowing and thickness. The MiniProf ...

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. — Akebono Brake Corp. has added seven part numbers to its EURO and Severe Duty Ultra-Premium Disc ...

In Germany last week, Mercedes-Benz engineers showed Green Car Reports one of its latest innovations dubbed In-Drive. It's a ...