MIRA test results show Ferodo® Eco-Friction® brake pads provide best in class stopping performance
Zero-copper brake materials protect road users and the environment
Bradford, UK, April 8th… Federal-Mogul Motorparts, a division of Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: FDML), has issued test results that show Ferodo® Eco-Friction® low and zero copper brake pads provide greater stopping power compared to competitors’ traditional, copper-based materials. The test was carried out by UK independent proving ground and research consultancy, MIRA. From 100kph, Eco-Friction brake pads are shown to improve the braking performance of a Mk6 Volkswagen Golf, Europe’s bestselling car, by 10%, with similar equivocal results displayed across the passenger and light commercial vehicle sectors.
“Ferodo is committed to offering the latest OE technologies and best quality products to the aftermarket, which the results from MIRA show Eco-Friction achieves, from both safety and environmental perspectives,” says Jérôme De Bruycker, Federal-Mogul Motorparts Brand Marketing Director EMEA. “We developed Eco-Friction ahead of legislation outlining a ban on the use of copper in brake materials. Copper is a key ingredient in brake pads but we have been able to replace the material in this next-generation formulation, whilst also guaranteeing equal or better performance and safety compared to standard OE copper-based formulations.”
Extensive testing conducted at MIRA’s advanced facility examined brake performance of zero-copper Eco-Friction pads against four main competitors using, Mk6 Volkswagen Golf, Renault Captur and Peugeot Boxer and Fiat Ducato light commercial vehicles. Eco-Friction pads improved stopping power for the Golf by 10% from 100kph and 17% from 115kph; the Renault Captur by 10 and 15% respectively and reduced the stopping distance of the Peugeot Boxer by 12m and the Fiat Ducato by 16m.
Federal-Mogul carefully considered and tested a blend of over 1500 raw materials in developing an optimised copper substitute. It is a pioneering technology that has become OE fitment with leading premium German vehicle manufactures, Mercedes-Benz and Audi.
“We are delighted with the results of the test, which prove that the stopping power of Eco-Friction pads becomes enhanced at higher speeds and in heavier vehicles, and that using zero and low-copper materials protects road users and the environment alike.” says Silvano Veglia Product Marketing Director Braking EMEA.
As an endorsement of Federal-Mogul’s advanced technology, Eco-Friction was awarded the prestigious Golden Trophy of the International Grand Prix of Automotive Innovation at the 2013 Equip Auto show in France, long before being launched to the aftermarket. Monitor the www.ferodo.com website for further information, and to view an informative video about the innovative Eco-Friction technology.
About Federal-Mogul
Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: FDML) is a leading global supplier of products and services to the world’s manufacturers and servicers of vehicles and equipment in the automotive, light, medium and heavy-duty commercial, marine, rail, aerospace, power generation and industrial markets. The company’s products and services enable improved fuel economy, reduced emissions and enhanced vehicle safety.
Federal-Mogul operates two independent business divisions, each with a chief executive officer reporting to Federal-Mogul's Board of Directors.
Federal-Mogul Motorparts sells and distributes a broad portfolio of products through more than 20 of the world’s most recognised brands in the global vehicle aftermarket, while also serving original equipment vehicle manufacturers. The company’s aftermarket brands include BERU®* ignition systems; Champion® spark plugs, wipers and filters; AE®, FP Diesel®, Goetze®, Glyco®, Nüral® and Payen® engine products; MOOG® chassis components; and Ferodo®, Wagner®, Beral®, Necto®, Duron®, Jurid®, Stop® and Abex® brake products.
Federal-Mogul Powertrain designs and manufactures original equipment powertrain components and systems protection products for automotive, heavy-duty, industrial and transport applications.
Federal-Mogul was founded in Detroit in 1899 and maintains its worldwide headquarters in Southfield, Michigan. The company employs nearly 50,000 people in 34 countries. For more information, please visit www.federalmogul.com.
*BERU is a registered trademark of BorgWarner Ludwigsburg GmbH
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