MAT Launches Premium Range of Bendix Brakes

MAT Holdings, Inc., which is a leading global manufacturer of automotive braking components has debuted a premium product line under the brand of Bendix Brakes. This range will comprehensively cover late model vehicles and will comprise automotive brake pads, discs, shoes and complete brake shoe kits which will have industry leading quality and will be easy to install.

The Bendix Premium line of friction products will have copper-free formulations, and will set a new benchmark when it comes to environmentally-conscious brake design. The has been considerable concern about the use of copper for brake friction materials as this can be harmful to the environment. All brake manufacturers which sell their products in the US are required to eliminate copper from their friction formulations by 2025 in order to meet the norms in California and Washington.

Bendix Premium brake pads come with four-layer shims that minimize noise, and have performed better that those manufactured by competitors in independent tests. They are available in both ceramic and semi-metallic formulations, and include hardware when needed.

Bendix Premium rotors, when compared to those made by competitors are platform-specific, and they will provide motorists with best possible operation for each vehicle platform. Installation of these rotors is easier as they are sold in pairs within responsible weight limits. MAT Holdings makes these rotors in Europe while adhering to the highest quality standards and precise OEM-driven machining specs and OE-specified design and vane configuration are used during the manufacturing process. They also have a premium coating to protect them from corrosion.

Another innovative product belonging to this range is the Bendix Premium complete brake shoe kit. The kit consists of a preassembled set of brake shoes, complete with all the hardware that is needed for installation. Thus stocking and installation become a lot simpler and considerable amount of time is saved when it comes to mounting. The brake shoes are made of OE Grade steel and advanced adhesives for optimum strength and durability.

With this Premium product line, Bendix is leading the industry in creating an innovative solution for the installer and safer, more reliable brakes for the driver.