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June 17, 2026 •
Brakes, News, Technical Articles •
Views: 143
Modern braking systems are engineered to incredibly tight tolerances, yet when it comes to replacement, some of the smallest and least expensive components are still too often overlooked.
April 23, 2026 •
Brakes, News, Technical Articles •
Views: 374
Modern braking systems have never been more complex. Operating under extreme temperatures, high mechanical loads, and increasingly sophisticated electronic control systems, today’s brakes demand a level of technical precision that goes well beyond the habits many technicians developed a decade ago. Lubrication is one area where this shift is particularly consequential, and it is still …
March 3, 2026 •
Brakes, News, Technical Articles •
Views: 403
Comline Ireland is urging independent workshops to reconsider the use of copper-based grease on brake pads, as modern braking systems become ever more reliant on electronic sensors and precise component movement.
February 16, 2026 •
Brakes, News, Technical Articles •
Views: 422
The integrity of a commercial vehicle’s (CV) braking system depends heavily on the correct attachment of friction material to the brake shoe platform for the drum brake. Riveting remains the most reliable method for securing brake linings, especially in heavy-duty applications. Improper riveting can lead to premature wear, reduced braking efficiency, and safety hazards.
January 21, 2026 •
Brakes, News, Technical Articles •
Views: 2205
In its latest technical bulletin, Comline asks: Do you know, why copper grease should never be used on Brake Pads?
October 2, 2025 •
Brakes, News, Technical Articles •
Views: 654
When it comes to maintaining commercial vehicles and heavy-duty trucks, customers understandably want to minimise downtime for their fleets. Garages are under pressure to work quickly so the vehicle can get back on the road as soon as possible.
October 2, 2025 •
Brakes, News, Technical Articles •
Views: 569
Delphi took centre stage at the recent GSF TechFest in London, by bringing its latest workshop solutions and expert guidance directly to vehicle technicians.
September 26, 2025 •
Brakes, News, Technical Articles •
Views: 693
Due to the continuous advancements in engine performance and automotive technology, brake pads are under increasing developmental pressure.
September 25, 2025 •
Brakes, News, Technical Articles •
Views: 522
After more than five years of research and development, Brembo has officially launched the use of an alloy with 100 per cent recycled aluminium in the production of its original equipment calipers — a key step forward in the company’s sustainability journey.
May 29, 2025 •
Brakes, News, Technical Articles •
Views: 936
Frasle Mobility braking specialist, Juratek, is warning technicians and garages against the “outdated practice” of using copper grease when fitting replacement brake pads – a move that it claims “can do more harm than good in today’s sophisticated braking systems”.
