Akebono launches severe-duty brake pads for Ford models

Akebono launches severe-duty brake pads for Ford models

The company says its new brake pads last longer and can lower maintenance costs, while still providing the stopping power fleets need.

Akebono Brake Corp. recently released a new line of severe-duty fleet brake pads. This release of six severe-duty part numbers adds coverage for Ford F250 Super Duty (model years 2013-2023), F350 Super Duty (2013-2023), Transit-150 (2015-2021), Transit-250 (2015-2021), Transit-350 (2015-2021), Transit-350HD (2015-2021) and Police Interceptor Utility (2020-2023).

“After months of meticulous development and rigorous testing, we are proud to deliver a solution that exceeds industry standards in both performance and durability,” said Tommy Rivera, director of aftermarket at Akebono Brake Corp. “This innovative line of brake pads is set to revolutionize the fleet management sector, providing longer rotor life, lower repair and maintenance cost of fleet vehicles, unmatched reliability and safety for vehicles of all sizes.”

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