The development of the car’s braking system is a very important phase in the automotive business. The car brakes are very important because they assure the driver that they control something as big and as fast as the car by making it stop with just one foot. Today, car brakes have gone far to the electronic braking systems, and it looks like they are not only performing well on the road, but in the market too.

According to a study called Global market review of electronic braking systems, one of the main reasons why this technology grew is because they were preferred over anti-lock braking system, and electronic stability system.

“When ABS was introduced, it was only fitted as optional equipment on high-end luxury models,” Herbert Hemming, executive vice president of the Bosch Chassis Systems Control division said in an interview. “Now it is standard across all new vehicles within the European Union and in many parts of the world. ABS has made braking safer, and has therefore made a major contribution to reducing accidents.”

ABS was first offered in 1978, and it was Bosch’s most-coveted brainchild. It was introduced as a product weighing just a little over 6 kilograms, but today—they are offering units that weigh only 1.4! This is probably to counter the trend in electronic braking systems. Either way, car drivers must make sure to prioritize efficiency over anything else.

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Safety is among the top priorities integrated in family cars. The Kia Carens, for example, is considered as one of the best vehicle for moms as this model is spacious enough to accommodate the groceries and the kids. Aside from its roomy and comfortable features, mothers, or any parent for that matter, invest for the peace of mind while on the road, thus it is a must to make sure that an efficient brake system is installed.

This Japanese-made Kia Carens takes pride in its precision-engineered brake system. Equipped with an anti-lock braking system or ABS, which is also known as the anti-skid system, this seven-seater mid-sized van does not suffer from wheels locking up. Because of such system, braking hastily is still manageable as the driver can still steer this Kia model. In automobiles without this brake system, a driver who depressed the brake pedal out of panic will encounter a jammed set of wheels. When this happens, he or she can no longer steer the vehicle and this surely pose a possible danger for the passengers as well as the other motorists. Another good find in this vehicle is that it is equipped with the electronic brake pressure distribution. Each wheel gets the right amount of stopping power when the brake pedal is depressed out of panic.

Aside from the reliable brake system of the Kia Carens, this vehicle also boasts of its rear parking sensors and safety seat belts. With these installed, parking difficulties are eased out while unfortunate collisions keep passengers, especially the young ones, in place.

The Kia Carens may not be a flashy mid-size van like the other brands, but this model can stand on carefully selected safety features that make driving with the kids worry-free.

The temperature drops down come fall until winter. During these months, roads become slippery because of the moist and icy paths brought about by the cold weather. Aside from gearing up with layers of coats and socks, motorists also have to make sure that the brake system is properly maintained and equipped with the Anti-lock Braking System or ABS to ensure utmost safety on the road.

ABS, which is also known as the anti-skid system, is installed in automobiles to upgrade the car’s brake system. What it does is it prevents wheels to get jammed up when the driver suddenly depresses the brake pedal. Since the wheels are not locked up, the driver is allowed to maneuver the vehicle out of potential danger, like running over a cliff.

How is this braking system possible? Each tire has a wheel speed sensor that monitors sudden changes when braking. When this sensor notices a speed difference of three miles per hour in a wheel or two, the ABS will immediately loosen up the pressure on the wheel/s, thus preventing any lock up or stuck up. A concrete is example is when the slippery road caused the vehicle to veer toward a cliff. Rationally, the driver will depress the brake pedal hastily from much panic. Moving away from the cliff, however, is very tricky especially when the wheels are jammed up. This is where the ABS comes in as it loosens up a wheel or two in order for the vehicle to be steered away from the cliff.   

Without a doubt, ABS is one of the ingenious car brake technologies most vehicles are equipped with. With this geared in a vehicle, the passengers are given with much peace of mind when driving during this time of the year.

The creation of cars seems to be a never-ending process. After all, people’s needs does not just stop, they evolve. This is why there have been steady innovations in the car’s engine, brake system, exteriors, safety technology, and others. But we may be getting a little insensitive to nature. This is because with every new car, it is nature that has to pay. Hence, carmakers have come up with their own concepts to develop a safer, friendlier car. This is why GM will be launching its fleet of Hydrogen-powered cars pretty soon.

It works simply. Instead of being powered by gasoline-fed engines, Hydrogen cars use an electric motor. The main players in this process therefore are hydrogen and oxygen, which will be converted into electricity. The same thing goes—it drives like any other fine SUV on the road, and it can hit 60 km/h in 10 seconds, which is a very safe record. While this Equinox was taken from its gas-engine powered namesake, there are a lot of major differences.

Nearly everything in the car is electronic. The car accessories and even the power steering were all electronically guided. Its car brake technology revolves around the brake-by-wire system. This car brake system works upon depressing the brake pedal. After which, the pedal will then press an electric switch, slowing the car through power-regeneration. Noted that this is a very crucial operation, GM must really work hard on it, and make the response of the system more aggressive and immediate. Nevertheless, this Hydrogen-powered Equinox will be ready and perfect once it hits the market. As of now, we can only check out its improvement.

Source: Extremenano.com

Even the brake calipers display the name of Lexus for all to know; from the headlights to its 8-speed transmission—this car will rock the auto industry.

The 2008 Lexus IS-F Sport Sedan is much awaited for flagship of Lexus’ newest fleet: Muscle cars. This luxury name definitely knows how to piece a car together with class and style—that has been proven already. But a high-revving muscle car? This is yet another step that Lexus will prove to be worth taking. This IS-F Sedan is said to be the first of a new “F” series that Lexus will be developing. It boasts of the world’s first 8-speed Sport Direct-Shift automatic transmission! This alone is very astounding, as its 5.0-liter V8 powerplant can carry a very generous 416 horsepower, and it can reach 60km in just 4.6 seconds. (Saying that alone makes one feel so overwhelmed by the car’s features.)

Now for the car brakes…Lexus coordinated with Brembo brakes to design a specifically engineered system fitted for the IS-F Sedan. The Lexus brake rotors were complete and sturdy with six-piston aluminum calipers for the front, and the rear carries two pistons. Even the high-quality friction brake pads are well-fitted for the IS-F Sedan. While enjoying the 416 horsepower, the driver will still be confident to handle such a fast ride. This is because according to a statement, a 10-inch brake booster with a tie-rod structure was used for greater, more manageable handling. The brake calipers display the name of the brand, which is a first time ever for any Lexus production vehicle.

This is one muscle car that definitely has it all—from its feminine curves to its very manly power—the IS-F Sedan will revolutionize what muscle cars ought to be.

Source: Autospectator

The record of car accidents has been on a steady downhill roll. This all because of the consistent reinvention of the car brake technology. Carnakers come up with their own versions of hyped up car brake systems. But what is important is that they really function for the safety of the car owners. Different technologies such as the Park Assist, and the implementation of sensors to detect other vehicles are among these reinventions. But Mazda has a totally different concept, one that will change the face of what cars ought to be. Mazda aims to produce cars that do not crash—very ambitious, but full of courage as well.

Mazda took its research to the next level in order to come up with their goal. They wanted to focus on building harmonious traffic, before focusing on accidents. For them, measures must be taken to prevent collisions from happening in the first place. This is all according to a release by Mazda. They want to develop both passive safety to avoid the car from crashing, and the safety of the car occupants. Hence, here is what they came up with:

The Human Machine Interface or the HMI support for accurate recognition and assessment. This helps with the assessment of the traffic flow, and the car’s harmonious road relationship with others. They also enhanced support systems for the rear, the blind corner collision prevention system, and even right-turn collision prevention system. These systems will monitor if the vehicle is clear to take its next course of action. This will greatly impede any chances of colliding into another unexpected vehicle.

These developments are mostly to be found on the all-new Mazda Atenza. It comes equipped with some of the monitoring systems, but only on a basic expanse. The more intensive systems will be geared into future production models soon. This is one bold move by Mazda. But since they are likely to execute it properly, hope is not so impossible to hold on to. Especially since after Mazda, all the other carmakers will follow suit. A harmonious, collision-free road is not so far ahead.

Source: Ford Motor Press Release

Due to the alarming cases of rampant accidents on the road, the European Commission proposed the implementation of an advanced car brake system. Technology usually comes equipped with detecting devices nowadays, making it easier for the car brakes to react upon emergencies. The usual target of road accidents is not other cars, but pedestrians. With their deaths, this has opened the minds of many that perhaps it is indeed time to make advancements.

According to a report by Detroit News, installing Brake Assist Systems in 2009 production models will save about 1,100 pedestrians per year. (This data is taken from the European Union’s executive.) Hence, a series of proposals will be passed soon to turn these numbers into real figures of human lives.

The state-of-the-art technology of the Brake Assist System works when the car detects an emergency situation, upon which the driver was not able to respond through the car brakes. The system will then release a pressurized brake fluid into the brake system. This will happen with a single pressure onto the brake pedal, and it will reduce the time it takes to stop the vehicle. With the wonder that it is able to contribute to braking technology, there is indeed hope for the pedestrians. While safe driving is still the number one key to efface these deaths, the Brake Assist Systems is there to enhance our skills.

Source: Autoblog

The popularity of Dodge did not happen overnight. It took the company years of hard work, which includes research and testings, to come up with its established automobiles like the 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4.

Stands for street and racing technology, the Dodge Caliber SRT4 has been built to be flexible no matter where it sets its wheels on. Whether driving on a normal day or in a race track, the brake system has to be in top shape. As a safety feature of any vehicle, it is best if the brake parts function well so that only precise slowing and stopping could be achieved.

The Dodge Caliber SRT4 is capable of putting a stop on a 60 mph speed in a blink of an eye. Speed will drop down in seconds, thanks to the high-performing brake parts equipped in this Chrysler-produced Dodge. The dual piston calipers geared at the 19-inch alloy front wheels are 13.4-inch rotors and 11.8-inch rotors for the 19-inch alloy rear wheels. For drivers to better maneuver this four-wheel machine on any terrain, a specially tuned anti-lock brake system (ABS) and an electronic stability control (ESC) have been equipped. An added technology, which allows to distribute the torque to the front wheels, has also been geared in the ESC called the Brake Lock Differential technology.

Moving over to the motor-driven parts under the hood, the Dodge Caliber has the standard 2.4-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine that is capable of producing up to 285-horsepower. For this latest version of the Dodge Caliber, a six-speed manual gearbox has been installed instead of the usual five-speed manual, which is also called as the CVT transmission. This transmission equipped in the Dodge will surely give delight to those users who are in need for speed.

This latest version of the Dodge Caliber is now available and Chrysler has made the sweetest deal for this high-performing four-wheel machine. The 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 is now carrying a tag price of $24, 995.

The long wait is over as the much awaited Renault Twingo has already set its wheels in all UK showrooms and has been ready for potential customers. The right-hand drive compact car is now ready for UK drivers and the Twingo has been expected to grow even more popular in the next few weeks.

More supporters will be drawn in this latest offering of Renault because of the safety features it carries. All those technologically-minded customers will be glad to know that the Twingo has been geared with high-end innovations starting from the four-wheel-machine’s brake system. The Renault Twingo boasts of its active and passive safety features that include the Active Braking System (ABS) with the Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD). Moreover, future owners of this new find of Renault will not be comfortably drive the Twingo because of its driver and front passenger lateral airbags.

For now, the Renault Twingo will be available in two engines and body types such the Dynamique and GT. The former will have a 1.2-liter V16 petrol engine, while the GT will have the new 1.2 TCE 100 petrol engine. GT’s engine feature has also been made available for Renault’s other models such as th Clio and Modus.

The Renault Twingo is not exactly a brand new model. This line debuted in April of 1993 and has already sold more than 2.4 million worldwide since then. The muscled yet sophisticated look of the new Twingo, which has a spacious cabin, is another key player in the compact car makes.

Improved safety requires improved brake technology and Chevrolet is providing just that.

The  Chevrolet Aveo’s dual diagonal brake system is composed of a large ventilated front discs and self-adjusting rear drum brakes. The rear brakes of this Aveo have a wide lining for a better and longer service life.  Moreover, it has a large 9.5-inch power brake booster that aids in boosting the braking ability of the vehicle  and and it delivering a more solid pedal feel.

Furthermore, The Chevy Ave ensures a better feeling of assurance and safety with its  impact-absorbing frame, standard dual front air bags and available anti-lock braking system (ABS.)

Aveo’s passenger compartment effectively acts as a protective safety cage that extends from the front door hinge pillars to the A-pillars to the roof rail, back to the reinforced B-pillars and C-pillars and includes the bottom rocker panels. The front part of the Aveo is carefully engineered to disseminate crash energy along multiple load paths, keeping the direct energy away from the passenger compartment. Each of the doors is also armed with a roll-formed steel intrusion beam to aid in ensuring safety of the passengers against the possible damages and injuries that can be caused by side-impact collisions.

Additional safety features are also available. Dual frontal air bags are standard,  seat-belt pretensioners and height-adjustable shoulder belt anchors for the front seats come standard with every Chevrolet Aveo and so are the rear-seat positions feature shoulder belts in all three seating positions. The standardized child-safety seat system, Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) holds in place the seat base and helps keep the child seat from swiveling forward during an aggressive stop or a forward collision. Rear child-safety door locks are also standard to the Chevy Aveo.