AKEBONO RELEASES EURO AND SEVERE DUTY ULTRA-PREMIUM DISC BRAKE PAD KITS INCREASING COVERAGE BY OVER 2 MILLION VEHICLES

Farmington Hills, Mich. – November 22, 2024 – Today Akebono Brake Corporation, a leading manufacturer of ultra-premium brake pads, proudly announces the release of 7 new part numbers, further expanding our product range. The newly launched part numbers are designed to provide comprehensive coverage for some of the latest vehicle models in the market, ensuring drivers maintain optimal braking performance with the industry's most reliable products.

Akebono expanded its EURO and Severe Duty Ultra-Premium Disc Brake Pad line by 7 new part numbers: EURO: EUR2137; Severe Duty: SDF1400, SDF1404, SDF1721, SDF2201, SDF2280 and SDF2280A. Premium stainless steel abutment hardware and electric wear sensors are included in the kits that require it.

A complete listing of Akebono applications for these parts and the rest of our product offering in our web-catalog at akebonobrakes.com or directly via; https://akebonobrakes.mypartfinder.com/

This recent release of EURO and Severe Duty adds coverage for:

Chevrolet: Caprice PPV 17-11; Dodge: Ram 2500 10-09, Ram 3500 10-09, Ram; 2500 18-11, 3500 18-11; Ford: Transit-150 24-20, Transit-250 24-20, Transit-350 HD 22-20, Transit-350 HD DRW 24-23, Transit-350 24-20, Transit-350 HD SRW 24-23; Mercedes Benz: Sprinter 1500 23-19, Sprinter 2500 23-19;  Ram: ProMaster City 20-15; Volvo: XC40 23-19.

“This release of seven new part numbers represents a significant step forward in our mission to provide comprehensive braking solutions,” said Kirby Pruitt, Product Development Manager at Akebono Brake Corporation. “These additions, designed to meet the demands of European and severe-duty applications, extend our coverage to over 2 million vehicles in operation (VIO). This expansion highlights our commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable braking components that meet the diverse needs of our customers while ensuring enhanced performance and safety across a wider range of applications.”

 

Kirby Pruitt

Akebono Brake Corporation 

Kirby.Pruitt@akebono-usa.com

About Akebono Brake Corporation 

Akebono Brake Corporation, North America’s leading supplier of advanced braking systems and pioneer of ceramic friction technology. A leader in ceramic friction material development and production, with a focus on noise, vibration and harshness (NVH), analysis and control. Akebono sells Ultra-Premium Disc Brake Pads, Made in the USA for the Automotive Aftermarket under the brands ProACT, EURO, and Severe Duty. 

For more information, visit www.akebonobrakes.com 

About Akebono Brake Industry Co, Ltd. 

Akebono Brake Industry Co., Ltd. (TSE: 7238), founded in 1929, is a world leader in advanced brake and friction material development and production. The Akebono Group operates R&D centers and manufacturing facilities worldwide, including in Japan, the United States, Europe and Asia. 

For more information, visit www.akebono-brake.com/english/index.html.