Ferodo fitted as original equipment on the new Mercedes-Benz C-Class
29 February, 2016: Federal-Mogul Motorparts, a division of Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: FDML) today announced that drivers of the new fifth generation model Mercedes-Benz C-Class are guaranteed to brake safely time and time again, as all models come standard with Federal-Mogul’s award-winning range of zero-copper Ferodo Eco-Friction brake pads.
The new C-Class, which was launched in South Africa in April 2015, is the first to be fitted with such technology ahead of anticipated European legislation on copper content in brake pads. Federal-Mogul Marketing Director Siya Khuzwayo states that Mercedes-Benz is taking a proactive environmental lead in introducing Ferodo zero-copper brake pads to its new models.
“The trust that Mercedes-Benz has placed in Federal-Mogul Motorparts’ Ferodo Eco-Friction technology is a compelling recognition of the challenging and dedicated research and development placed into this product. Ferodo Eco-Friction brake pads reduce emissions of copper and other particles in the environment, while providing better braking and a smoother, quieter performance,” he explains.
Ferodo is also pleased to announce that the zero copper brake pad will not only be launched into the market as OE on the C-Class, but the aftermarket product will also follow hand-in-hand. Federal-Mogul Motorparts’ unique range of Ferodo Eco-Friction brake pads secured the globally-recognised company a gold trophy in the aftermarket and retrofitting category at the Equip Auto 2013 International Grands Prix for Automotive Innovation Awards, hosted in Paris.
About Federal-Mogul
Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: FDML) is a leading global supplier of products and services to the world’s manufacturers and servicers of vehicles and equipment in the automotive, light, medium and heavy-duty commercial, marine, rail, aerospace, power generation and industrial markets. The company’s products and services enable improved fuel economy, reduced emissions and enhanced vehicle safety.
Federal-Mogul operates two independent business divisions, each with a chief executive officer reporting to Federal-Mogul's Board of Directors.
Federal-Mogul Motorparts sells and distributes a broad portfolio of products through more than
20 the world’s most recognized brands in the global vehicle aftermarket, while also serving original equipment vehicle manufacturers. The company’s aftermarket brands include BERU®* ignition systems; Champion® spark plugs, wipers and filters; AE®, FP Diesel®, Goetze®, Glyco®, Nüral® and Payen® engine products; MOOG® steering and suspension parts; and Ferodo®, Wagner®, Beral®, Necto®, Duron®, Jurid®, Stop® and Abex® brake products.
Federal-Mogul Powertrain designs and manufactures original equipment powertrain components and systems protection products for automotive, heavy-duty, industrial and marine applications.
Federal-Mogul was founded in Detroit in 1899 and maintains its worldwide headquarters in Southfield, Michigan. The company employs more than 45,000 people in 34 countries. For more information, please visit www.federalmogul.com.
*BERU is a registered trademark of BorgWarner Ludwigsburg GmbH
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