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    ACtronics explains overhauls

    The first idea that comes to mind when an electronic component fails is to replace the device. But is tha ...

    The first idea that comes to mind when an electronic component fails is to replace the device. But is that really the best solution? ACtronics explains why an overhaul could be the better option. The ...

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    Blue Print details clutch system guide

    Blue Print guides PMM readers through clutch systems and how its Smartfit clutch conversion kits can faci ...

    Blue Print guides PMM readers through clutch systems and how its Smartfit clutch conversion kits can facilitate clutch repair for independent workshops. A vehicle’s clutch is the primary system that t ...

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    Bowmonk urges brake servicing

    Brake tester manufacturer Bowmonk warns PMM readers of the importance of thoroughly checking and servicin ...

    Brake tester manufacturer Bowmonk warns PMM readers of the importance of thoroughly checking and servicing brakes on LCVs and trucks. When the PMM team caught up with Alex Lindley from Garage Indsutry ...

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    Ferodo discusses EV brake servicing

    As PMM has said before, EVs bring a wealth of servicing opportunities to the independent aftermarket. Fer ...

    As PMM has said before, EVs bring a wealth of servicing opportunities to the independent aftermarket. Ferodo, DRiV Motorparts’ OE braking brand, argues that the heavier weight of EVs means brakes will ...

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    Why EVs need more brake servicing

    Yes, the rumours are true: EVs need to use the brakes less than ICE vehicles. But does this mean the brak ...

    Yes, the rumours are true: EVs need to use the brakes less than ICE vehicles. But does this mean the brakes need less servicing? Well, as Brembo explains, (un)fortunately not, as using the brakes less ...

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    Aisin extends the Advics brand

    Aisin has extended the use of the Advics brand name – known for its OE credentials – across the whole of ...

    Aisin has extended the use of the Advics brand name – known for its OE credentials – across the whole of its aftermarket braking product portfolio. What began in 2021 was cemented at last year’s Autom ...

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    Comline answers brake questions

    Comline’s brake doctor – aka Dr Keith Ellis – answers some of the most frequently asked questions surroun ...

    Comline’s brake doctor – aka Dr Keith Ellis – answers some of the most frequently asked questions surrounding brakes. What are the main causes of brake noise? Brake noise has been a common problem for ...

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    Rozone provides brake guide

    Rozone provides a guide to the safest and most environmentally friendly methods of brake servicing and cl ...

    Rozone provides a guide to the safest and most environmentally friendly methods of brake servicing and cleaning. When we focus on brakes, the issue at the very front of our minds is driver and passeng ...

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    The issues surrounding brake lubricants

    Scott Irwin MIMI, head of technical training at TMD Friction, discusses the issues surrounding brake lubr ...

    Scott Irwin MIMI, head of technical training at TMD Friction, discusses the issues surrounding brake lubricants and which types are best suited for which jobs. Although brake lubricant is often an ine ...

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    Brake judder: Everything you need to know

    When customers come into the workshop complaining about their brakes, it’s important to have a thorough u ...

    When customers come into the workshop complaining about their brakes, it’s important to have a thorough understanding of what the problem could be. Here, Juratek explains what brake judder is and what ...

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    Guide to using Bowmonk’s BrakeCheck unit

    Below is a step-by-step guide to using Bowmonk’s BrakeCheck unit for performing service and hand brake te ...

    Below is a step-by-step guide to using Bowmonk’s BrakeCheck unit for performing service and hand brake tests. 1. Position the BrakeCheck unit on a level surface, such as the passenger side foot well 2 ...

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    Brembo’s guide to better brakes

    Brembo continues its look at how manufacturers can create a smoother braking experience for drivers. As a ...

    Brembo continues its look at how manufacturers can create a smoother braking experience for drivers. As a recap, in part one of this article, noise, vibration and harshness (or NVH) produced by brake ...

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    Ferodo outlines latest development

    PMM ’s Kieran Nee talks to Ferodo’s Marketing Manager Jonathan Allen about the company’s latest technolog ...

    PMM ’s Kieran Nee talks to Ferodo’s Marketing Manager Jonathan Allen about the company’s latest technological development – Fuse+. Hi Jonathan, let’s jump right in. Could you explain the traditional d ...

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    What can be done to reduce brake vibration

    Brembo takes a look at noise, vibration and harshness in brakes and what can be done to reduce them. Brem ...

    Brembo takes a look at noise, vibration and harshness in brakes and what can be done to reduce them. Brembo works with vehicle manufacturers that provide exact information such as the weight and speci ...

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    Meyle provides brake inspection checklist

    Brake inspection can become a breeze with this checklist from performance brakes expert Meyle. The Hambur ...

    Brake inspection can become a breeze with this checklist from performance brakes expert Meyle. The Hamburg-based manufacturer Meyle continues to expand its range of brake components: With these furthe ...

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