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By Counterman
Niterra North America Inc., formerly NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.) Inc., announced that the company is introducing 20 new part numbers for its O2-sensor line.
The new part numbers, sold under the company’s NTK brand, represent an increase in coverage for more than 4 million domestic, European and Asian vehicles in operation, according to Niterra North America.
“These 20 new part numbers fit a variety of late-model domestic and import vehicles and range from entry-level economy cars to luxury cars to cargo-vans to sport-utilities,” said Matthew Bickford, NTK product manager, aftermarket. “NTK is committed to application coverage leadership and providing service providers the latest OEM technology and we are excited to be able to extend our latest sensor technology into the aftermarket with these applications.”
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By Counterman
Delphi Technologies, a BorgWarner brand, announced that it released 87 parts across its product lines, the first of several parts announcements to come in 2023.
“We’re pleased to further expand our parts coverage for vehicles in any stage of their lifecycle,” said Jenna Boone, general manager of Delphi Technologies North America. “We have multiple product announcements planned throughout 2023 and beyond, so we’re excited to demonstrate the growth in our portfolio while remaining dedicated to our quality and reliability.”
Of the five new products to its fuel-delivery line, three are first-to-market fuel-pump module assemblies (FG2262, FG2669 and FG2667), according to the company. The new products cover approximately 2.43 million vehicles in operation (VIO) in the United States and Canada, covering both domestic and import brands such as the Chrysler Pacifica and Voyager, Nissan Rogue and Acura TLX.
Sparta has added 22 parts to its portfolio. The specialty line by Delphi Technologies for high-mileage and early-model vehicles now covers an additional 11.36 million VIO for the United States and Canada. The added products include fuel-tank sending units, fuel-pump module assemblies and fuel-pump strainers for brands such as Ford, Chevrolet, Dodge, Chrysler, Nissan, Jeep and Hummer.
“Our goal with Sparta is to fulfill a request we’ve been receiving for years: a fuel line specifically dedicated to earlier makes and higher mileages with the Delphi Technologies quality technicians have come to know,” said Malcolm Sissmore, vice president, sales and marketing of Delphi Technologies. “We have a lot of great things in store for this year, Sparta included.”
Delphi Technologies continues to launch steering and suspension parts across all makes and model years, adding 21 new parts to cover 17 million VIO in Canada and the United States. More than 10 types of parts were announced, some of which include tie-rod ends, ball joints, control arms, stabilizer-bar link kits and more.
Regarding the company’s engine-management portfolio, the product line announced a total of 39 new parts. Sixteen of the new parts are manifold absolute-pressure sensors, bolstering an additional 20 million VIO for the United States across brands such as Ford, Honda, Mazda, Nissan, Volkswagen, Dodge and BMW.
A sizeable addition for the engine-management line are 10 new ABS wheel-speed sensors for a total of 10 million VIO in the United States for brands such as Lexus, Ford, Chrysler and Toyota. Other parts announced include ignition coils, engine crankshaft/camshaft position sensors, an air-charge temperature sensor and a mass airflow sensor.
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By Counterman
Carter has expanded its popular line of Rapid Fit water pumps and now is offering 33 part numbers covering 80.8 million vehicles in operation.
Carter Rapid Fit water pumps are engineered with pre-mounted components to deliver time-saving installation for the professional technician. Designed to be installed directly out of the box, Rapid Fit water pumps help save an average of 15 to 25 minutes in the bay, according to the company.
“Expanding the coverage of our Rapid Fit pumps gives our customers more options to help get the job done and save time.” said Ryan Gernheuser, repair group director, product management/aftermarket engineering at First Brands Group.
Also now available is the release of a new Carter online water-pump catalog. Gernheuser added that the new catalog “is another valuable resource for automotive technicians providing vehicle-specific information for engine cooling applications on the road today.”
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By NAPA
The Latest in EV Brake Technology
Advances in electric vehicle systems are happening at record speed. Entire components are getting eliminated. What was once old is new again. But the NAPA experts are warning customers not to get ahead of themselves. Let’s slow down, stop spinning our wheels from all this momentum and start with the basics.
How do brakes work on an electric car? Almost all personal vehicles use disc brakes containing a pair of
link hidden, please login to view attached to a link hidden, please login to view, which squeezes the disc to generate friction and slow the wheel’s rotation. Electric cars utilize these standard mechanical brakes in cases of low speed and sudden emergency braking. In addition, an electric car brake system (found in hybrids, plug-in hybrids and full EVs) incorporates regenerative braking. Many consumers are familiar with brakes on electric cars because of the popularity in the past decade of the
link hidden, please login to view, which uses regenerative braking to deliver better fuel economy. Electric car brakes (regenerative brakes) capture the energy output (propulsion power) when a vehicle is slowing down, turning the electric motor into a generator for the battery pack. In more technical terms, the brake system in a hybrid or electric vehicle applies reverse current to the motor, which opens the charging circuit. The EV’s computer system determines the amount of ‘brake’ getting applied from the backward running motor, thus decreasing the speed until the vehicle comes to a stop. In a fully electric vehicle, this controlled braking extends the travel range by replenishing the battery system. As much as 90% of everyday braking is operated by this electric power switch. The hydraulic system (aggressively depressing the brake pedal to activate brake pads) is only necessary at speeds under 3 mph (when there isn’t enough energy momentum to transfer) or at high speeds with sudden emergency braking.
This ‘brake-through’ technology has created challenges when it comes to a seamless transition between regeneration and foundation braking. To create an unnoticeable transition with no rough jitters or jumping,
link hidden, please login to view developed algorithms for their new Taycan model that constantly monitor the friction brake system so that the regenerative brakes create matching pressure. Similarly, the design of the Porsche Taycan also tackles the unequal distribution of braking power between the vehicle’s two axles. Two thirds of stopping power is provided by the front axle. This means the front brakes capture 60 to 80 percent of a slowing vehicle’s momentum compared to the rear battery generator. Learn more about leveraging braking force between the axles in the January 2023 article by ElectricCarsReport,
link hidden, please login to view. The Future of EVs Might Involve Reaching Into the Past
For many decades, the advancements in brake systems have relied on improvements made to an isolated system. But with the expansion of consumer EVs, braking systems are now interconnected to the battery, powertrain and electronic conduction involved in deceleration. The way electric brake systems function has actually pushed car designers to reconsider an ‘outdated’ technology,
link hidden, please login to view. At one time, brake drums were the standard on personal vehicles until the invention of disc brake systems, which provided quicker stopping force. Because EVs require less engagement of mechanical brakes, especially on the rear axle, these newer vehicles run the risk of failing discs due to corrosion and rust from lack of use. This has generated renewed interest in rear axle drum brakes, which are sealed off from road and weather conditions. Learn more about why old-school drum brake technology is possibly the way of the future for compact commuter EVs in congested cities with
link hidden, please login to view. Because regenerative braking redirects the energy involved in stopping the vehicle, the lack of friction reduces the thermal load on your brakes and brake pads. This has led vehicle manufacturers to consider using thinner materials (like aluminum combined with cast iron) in brake pads, calipers and discs, which in turn makes EVs lighter weight and more energy efficient (longer runtime on a full battery). For a brake drum, this thinning can result in a 30% decrease in mass. However, in traditional brake systems, that large mass is required to absorb heat. So, the determining factor in using old tech for new EVs comes down to retaining enough resistance to heat-related brake fade.
Stop by NAPA Auto Care for EV Brake Maintenance
Now let’s talk about replacing EV brake pads and other components. Although mechanical brakes on a hybrid or EV are only relied on for quick, complete stopping, these components are still vital because regenerative systems are not designed for emergency braking or firmly holding a vehicle still. Relying on the motor to handle declaration does mean that brake pads for electric vehicles don’t wear out as quickly as full hydraulic brake systems on gasoline-powered combustion vehicles.
However, because they are used less (yet still exposed to moisture and grime), it is critical to ensure your EV brake pads are in good shape. This means routine maintenance and periodic cleaning every year versus wear-related replacement. For example, Tesla recommends cleaning and lubricating the brake calipers on a Model 3 once a year (or every 12,500 miles) for those who live in an area that uses road salt.
It is also true that fully electric cars do not require oil changes, exhaust inspections or spark plug replacement. But these prized vehicles still need brake system care, such as checking the brake fluid at least every two years. Dirty brake fluid needs a full brake system flush to prevent it from harming expensive auto parts. When in doubt, take your vehicle to
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