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You've been driving cars your whole life. Whether it was your first banged up hatchback or the sleek sports car you've got your eyes on now, there's one thing they all have in common - brakes. Those unsung heroes that bring over a tonne of metal and rubber to a smooth, safe stop at the flick of your foot. Chances are you haven't given much thought to who makes those life-saving components under your wheel arches. But for those of us in the know at Vagbremtechnic, that's our passion. We live and breathe high performance braking systems. Our mission is to supply you with the right braking product to meet your needs, whether it's for your daily driver or your track beast. To do that, we partner with the best in the business, from TMD Friction to Brembo and AP Racing. So next time you brake for that red light or round that hairpin bend, remember - we've got you covered.

Our Ethos at Vagbremtechnic

Vagbremtechnic's mission has always been to produce and supply some of the best braking components on the market. We constantly innovate to improve our products and exceed customer expectations. We also partner with world-class suppliers like TMD Friction, one of the largest friction manufacturers, producing over 1 million friction products daily and investing heavily in research and development.

You encounter TMD Friction's products every day - whether in your own vehicle or others' - as they supply brake pads for many makes and models straight from the factory. They are also behind the braking systems of wind turbines. Although TMD Friction has been around since 1878, they remain at the cutting edge of braking technology.

Brands like AP Racing, Brembo, Mintex Racing, Pagid Racing and Textar are synonymous with high performance and trustworthiness. We source components from these reputable brands to provide you with the ideal braking products for your road or track vehicle.

Our ethos at Vagbremtechnic is simple: to supply the right braking products, first time, to meet your needs. We build long-term relationships with world-leading suppliers so we can deliver high quality, innovative products to you. Our mission is your safety, security and satisfaction as a customer. We go the extra mile to understand your unique requirements and find brake parts that match or exceed your expectations.

Vagbremtechnic combines a passion for braking excellence with the best components and latest technologies to create a range of braking products for performance vehicle owners and motorsport teams. Our products are track-tested and road-proven for safety and endurance at high speeds. We aim to inspire confidence in our brand and empower you with braking systems you can trust.

We Only Use the Best Brands Like TMD Friction

As a company, our goal is provide you with the highest quality braking products. To achieve this, we partner with industry leaders known for engineering excellence and innovation.

One of our trusted suppliers is TMD Friction. They are a global leader in brake pad manufacturing, producing over 1 million brake pads daily in their state-of-the-art facilities. TMD Friction invests heavily in research and development to create cutting-edge friction solutions for vehicles of all types. Whether for high-performance track use or standard road driving, TMD Friction products are renowned for delivering superior braking power, high durability and maximum safety.

You've likely benefitted from TMD Friction technology without even realising it. Their brake pads come standard on many new vehicles, and are also used in huge wind turbines. Some of their flagship brands are Mintex, Pagid and Textar. By teaming with TMD Friction, we're able to offer you braking components from a company with over 140 years of experience.

Other world-class brands we work with include AP Racing and Brembo. Our goal is simple: to provide you with the ideal braking products for your needs. By partnering only with the best, most trusted manufacturers, we can deliver braking solutions that exceed your highest expectations.

Whether for daily road use or track day thrills, you can rely on us for braking components that stop on a dime and stand the test of time. Our suppliers are the best in the business, so you get the best braking performance possible. Your safety and satisfaction are our top priorities.

TMD Friction's Global Reach and Cutting-Edge R&D

TMD Friction have manufacturing plants and technical centres all over the world, so their products are truly global. With locations in Europe, the Americas, China and India, they are well placed to service the needs of major OEMs and the aftermarket.

Their dedication to research and development is truly world-class. Every year, TMD Friction invests tens of millions of pounds into developing innovative new friction materials and improving existing ones. They have over 200 material specialists and engineers focused solely on R&D. Some of their latest innovations include:

• Low-copper and copper-free friction materials that meet the latest environmental standards. As braking systems have evolved, TMD Friction have created eco-friendly solutions.
• High-performance pads for sports cars, supercars and race vehicles. Brands like Pagid Racing and Mintex Racing are at the cutting edge of motorsport braking technology.
• Pads that last up to three times longer than standard pads. Their new "long-life" friction materials significantly improve pad life without compromising on performance.
• Pads designed specifically for electric and hybrid vehicles. Braking an EV requires different friction materials to deal with the instant torque. TMD Friction have developed pads optimised for regenerative braking systems.

With TMD Friction, you can be confident you're getting friction materials backed by industry-leading R&D and expertise. Their global reach, state-of-the-art facilities and focus on innovation allows them to constantly improve and develop new products to meet the world's braking needs. They are an invaluable technical partner for Vagbremtechnic.

Other Leading Brands We Trust Such as AP Racing

AP Racing and Brembo are two of the biggest names in performance braking and for good reason. Their innovative designs and high quality products have been stopping some of the fastest vehicles for decades.

When searching for top tier braking components, AP Racing should be at the top of your list. For over 50 years they have been developing and manufacturing cutting edge brake callipers and disc systems for motorsport and high performance road cars. The AP Racing name is synonymous with performance and excellence. Their products grace vehicles in F1, Nascar, WRC and are found on hypercars like the McLaren P1 and Ferrari LaFerrari.

• AP Racing brake callipers provide incredible stopping power while remaining lightweight.
• Their disc systems are precision engineered for maximum durability and performance.
• AP Racing is really the pinnacle for track or performance orientated braking.

Brembo is another instantly recognisable name in braking technology. They are one of the largest manufacturers of braking systems for vehicles. Brembo produces brake components for everything from family cars to open wheel race cars. Their performance road and track products are renowned for quality, reliability and power.

• Brembo callipers and disc systems provide track proven performance for your road or track car.
• They are pioneers in brake system design and materials, constantly innovating to provide the best braking experience.
• High quality, great value and a trusted brand for all vehicle braking needs.

By using components from leading brands like AP Racing and Brembo you can be assured your braking performance will be second to none. These are brands that we proudly supply due to their excellence and our belief that only the best braking products should be fitted to your vehicle. Whether for road or track, performance or daily driving, we have the perfect AP Racing or Brembo components for your needs.

How Our Company Ethos Leads to the Right Braking Products for You

Our mission at Vagbremtechnic has always been simple: to provide high performance braking components that exceed your expectations. To achieve this, we partner with trusted brands that share our dedication to quality, innovation and performance.

TMD Friction

TMD Friction is one of the world’s largest brake pad and friction material manufacturers, producing over 1 million friction products daily. They invest heavily in research and development, spending more than 30 million euros annually to continuously improve their products. Whether you’re driving down the road or admiring a wind turbine, there’s a good chance TMD Friction brake pads are helping to slow things down. They’ve been manufacturing friction products since 1878, so they know a thing or two about braking.

AP Racing and Brembo

Names like AP Racing and Brembo are synonymous with high performance braking. By supplying components from these renowned brands, we provide you with braking products tailored for road or track use.

A Trusted Partnership

We choose to work with companies like TMD Friction, AP Racing and Brembo because we trust them implicitly to manufacture the best braking products available. Their dedication to excellence perfectly complements our own company ethos of providing customers with high quality, high performance braking components. By combining our passion for braking with their technical expertise and experience, we can deliver braking products that meet - and exceed - your needs.

Our partnership with these trusted brands, coupled with our own experience and knowledge, allows us to source the ideal braking components for any application. We are committed to supplying you with the right braking products, tailored to your specific needs, and built to provide maximum performance and peace of mind. That is the Vagbremtechnic promise.

Conclusion

So there you have it. With our company ethos, we strive to supply you with the finest braking components from industry leaders like TMD Friction, AP Racing, and Brembo. Their experience and expertise means you can rely on their products to deliver the stopping power and performance you need, whether for the daily commute or track day fun. We're committed to equipping your vehicle with quality parts from brands you can trust, so you can drive on with confidence.