{"id":35581,"date":"2026-04-10T12:45:31","date_gmt":"2026-04-10T11:45:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.factorfocus.ie\/?p=35581"},"modified":"2026-04-10T12:45:31","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T11:45:31","slug":"apec-expands-braking-range-with-new-caliper-carriers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.factorfocus.ie\/index.php\/apec-expands-braking-range-with-new-caliper-carriers\/35581","title":{"rendered":"Apec expands braking range with new caliper carriers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Apec Automotive has further strengthened its comprehensive braking portfolio with an expanded range of caliper carriers, engineered to deliver<br \/>\nthe precision, strength and reliability required at the core of modern braking systems.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Manufactured to OE+ specification, each Apec Caliper Carrier is designed to provide a precise fit and dependable braking performance across a wide range of popular vehicle applications.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Apec-Caliper-Carrier-PR-Image-01.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"2500\" height=\"2500\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-78875\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To support quicker and more convenient installation, most Apec Caliper Carriers are supplied with a complete fitting kit, including slider pins, mounting bolts and rubber boots.<\/p>\n<p>Providing the necessary components in a single package helps to reduce fitting time while ensuring a professional and reliable installation.<\/p>\n<p>Every caliper carrier within the range has been designed to deliver consistent performance under demanding braking conditions, with durable construction to support long service life and dependable operation.<\/p>\n<p>The range extension launches with more than 120 references, covering a broad range of popular vehicle applications, and is supported by a three-year \/ 36,000-mile warranty for added peace of mind.<\/p>\n<p>Key features and benefits include:<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Engineered to OE+ specification<br \/>\n\u2022 Durable construction for long service life<br \/>\n\u2022 120+ references covering a wide range of applications<br \/>\n\u2022 Most parts supplied with complete fitting kits including slider pins, mounting bolts and rubber boots<br \/>\n\u2022 Three-year \/ 36,000-mile warranty<\/p>\n<p>This extended range of caliper carriers further enhances Apec\u2019s comprehensive braking offering, providing motor factors and workshops with an even broader range of components to support efficient brake system repairs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Apec Automotive has further strengthened its comprehensive braking portfolio with an expanded range of caliper carriers, engineered to deliver the precision, strength and reliability required at the core of modern braking systems.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3164,"featured_media":35582,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[16,1],"tags":[781],"class_list":["post-35581","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-brakes","category-news","tag-apec"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v21.7 - 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