TechMate, the dedicated team of automotive specialists attached to the private label brands of Alliance Automotive Group, Apec and NAPA, provides its top tips for servicing brakes. Best practices are not just guidelines; they are the cornerstone of delivering exceptional outcomes. Consider the example of changing brake pads and discs. While most workshops perform this ...

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The latest Technical Guide from Apec, takes a look at a recent case study which addresses the problem of premature wearing of the outer pad. This issue had spanned over a few months. It had started with the owner of the vehicle purchasing the vehicle and requesting for the brakes to be replaced. A few ...

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The “bedding-in” for brakes is essential for the brakes to perform optimally and friction is key for efficient braking. Here, Apec explains Bedding-in as well as the Material Transfer Process. Definition Friction is a force resistant to movement between contacting areas. In braking there are 2 types of friction processes that occur during the material ...

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Graeme Ryder, from the Apec TECHMATE team, lifts the lid on ABS sensors.

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