New range offers enhanced performance, reduced emissions and greater refinement
The braking specialist brand from DRiV™, has launched a new composite rotor range that reduces weight by
up to 30%, helping to enhance vehicle efficiency and improve braking performance. As a result of extensive
R&D, the advanced rotors feature a high carbon cast iron surface area and aluminum bell. The range
provides OE-quality components for a comprehensive range of BMW passenger vehicles.
“Ferodo has a reputation for ensuring that the aftermarket benefits from its comprehensive OE expertise, and
we are delighted to bring this latest range to market and ensure that customers have access to the very
latest and best-performing braking technologies,” says Silvano Veglia, Director Product Management
Chassis – Braking, EMEA Aftermarket, DRiV™. “Ferodo is always seeking new ways to innovate through
advanced manufacturing techniques, the use of new materials or incremental advancements that bring
whole-system benefits. The new composite rotor range not only offers more stopping power, but through
improved efficiency can offer increased fuel economy and enhanced comfort levels. We have found that
these are exactly the characteristics sought by buyers of sporting, premium vehicles such as BMW.”
The new Ferodo composite brake rotor range is initially available across 17 part numbers suitable for many
popular BMW models, with more expected throughout the year. All components retain OE rotor
specifications, ensuring direct compatibility for models ranging from the 1- to 7-Series, including
GranTurismo models and the Z4 roadster.
The innovative design and use of lightweight composites offers a high level of durability to match the
improvement in comfort and performance. Reduced unsprung weight, smoothness and consistency of
operation reduces vibration under braking, which offers significant NVH refinement over alternative materials
and components.
If you would like to learn more about Ferodo products, visit www.Ferodo.com .
About DRiVTM-the future Aftermarket and Ride Performance Company
Following Tenneco Inc.’s (NYSE: TEN) expected separation to form two new, independent companies, an
Aftermarket andRide Performance company (DRiV™) as well as a new Powertrain Technology company,
DRiV will be one of the largest global multi-line, multi-brand aftermarket companies, and one of the largest
global OE ride performance and braking companies.DRiV’s principal product brands will feature
Monroe®,Öhlins®Walker®, Clevite®Elastomers, MOOG®, Fel-Pro®, Wagner®, Ferodo®, Champion®and
others. DRiV would have 2018 pro-forma revenues of $6.4 billion, with 54% of those revenues from
aftermarket and 46% from original equipment customers.
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acquisition of Federal-Mogul or the separation may have an adverse impact on existing arrangements with
Tenneco, including those related to transition, manufacturing and supply services and tax matters; the ability
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may not be fully realized or may take longer to realize than expected; the risk that the acquisition of Federal-
Mogul or the separation may not advance Tenneco’s business strategy; the risk that Tenneco may
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