{"id":35008,"date":"2026-01-06T11:26:13","date_gmt":"2026-01-06T10:26:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.factorfocus.ie\/?p=35008"},"modified":"2026-01-06T11:26:13","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T10:26:13","slug":"textar-expands-braking-range-for-heavier-vehicles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.factorfocus.ie\/index.php\/textar-expands-braking-range-for-heavier-vehicles\/35008","title":{"rendered":"Textar expands braking range for heavier vehicles"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Textar, the premium brand for OE-quality brake technology from TMD Friction, is expanding its range to include brake pads for the Ford Transit Custom, Tourneo Custom, Ford Bronco, Ford Ranger, Volkswagen Amarok and Porsche Macan vehicle models.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>At the time of market launch, Textar says it is the only supplier in the independent aftermarket for brake pads for these heavy, powerful vehicles, which place high demands on the friction material \u2013 the heart of the brake.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Screen-Shot-2026-01-06-at-10.15.43-AM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1160\" height=\"831\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-77493\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Whether vans, off-roaders, pick-up trucks or performance SUVs \u2013 all these models bring significantly more mass to the road than classic passenger cars. In addition, they are often heavily loaded, tow trailers, have powerful engines, or are intended for demanding off-road or commercial use. The result: high thermal and mechanical stress on the brake system and above-average demands on the friction material.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFor heavy, powerful vehicles, we advise automotive professionals to pay particular attention to quality when selecting replacement parts,\u201d explains Scott Irwin, head of technical training at TMD Friction.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs the heart of the brake system, the brake pads in such models must meet the highest standards. Tailor-made brake pad formulations which are individually adapted to the vehicle, its braking system, and its intended use contribute significantly to safely coping with the special stresses and strains required by these vehicles.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The new pads in the range offer impressive features:<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Model-specific friction materials for OE-quality braking performance<br \/>\n\u2022 High temperature resistance for consistent performance under heavy loads<br \/>\n\u2022 Optimised pedal feel for consistent braking force<br \/>\n\u2022 Durable friction pad compound despite demanding application profiles<br \/>\n\u2022 Noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) optimisation in accordance with current standards<br \/>\n\u2022 Improved emissions<\/p>\n<p>Garages can restore braking feel and performance after brake wear with tailor-made Textar pads by precisely fitting replacement parts that have been specially developed by for the toughest driving applications \u2013 vans in heavy use, powerful off-road vehicles, or high-powered premium SUVs.<\/p>\n<p>The following pads are now available:<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 ITEM NO.: 2696201 Ford Ranger, rear axle (first registered 02\/2004)<br \/>\n\u2022 ITEM NO.: 2696201 VW Amarok, rear axle (first registered 03\/2023)<br \/>\n\u2022 ART. NO.: 2633401 Porsche Macan, rear axle (first registered 09\/2024)<br \/>\n\u2022 ART. NO.: 2706701 Ford Transit Custom, rear axle (first registration 08\/2024)<br \/>\n\u2022 ITEM NO.: 2706701 Ford Tourneo Custom, rear axle (first registration 08\/2024)<br \/>\n\u2022 ITEM NO.: 2630001 Ford Bronco, front axle (first registration 09\/2022)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Textar, the premium brand for OE-quality brake technology from TMD Friction, is expanding its range to include brake pads for the Ford Transit Custom, Tourneo Custom, Ford Bronco, Ford Ranger, Volkswagen Amarok and Porsche Macan vehicle models.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3164,"featured_media":35009,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[16,1],"tags":[572],"class_list":["post-35008","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-brakes","category-news","tag-textar"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v21.7 - 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