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AKEBONO BRAKE CORPORATION ANNOUNCES THE RETIREMENT OF INDUSTRY VETERAN MIKE ELDARD AND NAMES ERICK KINNUNEN NATIONAL SALES MANAGER

Farmington Hills, MI- May 6, 2026 — Akebono Brake Corporation announces the retirement of Mike Eldard, a respected automotive aftermarket professional whose career spans more than five decades, and the appointment of Erick Kinnunen as National Sales Manager. Mike Eldard’s journey in the automotive aftermarket began at the age of 16, working in an auto […]

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AKEBONO ANNOUNCES THE ADDITION OF TODD HAMMOND AS REGIONAL SALES MANAGER

Farmington Hills, MI- April 21, 2026 — Akebono Brake Corporation today announced the appointment of Todd Hammond as Regional Sales Manager for the Northeast region. Hammond brings more than three decades of expertise in the automotive aftermarket industry, a proven ability to drive sales growth, and a relationship-driven approach that has consistently delivered results across […]

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AKEBONO EXPANDS PROACT, EURO AND SEVERE DUTY PRODUCT LINES INCREASING COVERAGE FOR OVER 7 MILLION VEHICLES

Farmington Hills, MI – May 1, 2025 – Akebono Brake Corporation, a global leader in brake technology, is proud to announce the release of its latest line of Ultra-Premium Disc Brake Pads. This expansion includes new part numbers across the ProACT, EURO, and Severe Duty product lines, offering enhanced performance, durability, and compatibility for a wide […]

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AKEBONO RELEASES EURO AND SEVERE DUTY ULTRA-PREMIUM DISC BRAKE PAD KITS INCREASING COVERAGE BY OVER 3 MILLION VEHICLES
Farmington Hills, Mich. – December 13, 2024 – Today Akebono Brake Corporation, a leading manufacturer of ultra-premium brake pads, proudly announces the release of 10 new part numbers, further expanding our product range. We are thrilled to announce the release of 10 new part numbers that expand our product coverage for both European and fleet vehicles. This latest addition underscores our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our customers with cutting-edge braking solutions.
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AKEBONO RELEASES EURO AND SEVERE DUTY ULTRA-PREMIUM DISC BRAKE PAD KITS INCREASING COVERAGE BY OVER 2 MILLION VEHICLES
Farmington Hills, Mich. – November 22, 2024 – Today Akebono Brake Corporation, a leading manufacturer of ultra-premium brake pads, proudly announces the release of 7 new part numbers, further expanding our product range. The newly launched part numbers are designed to provide comprehensive coverage for some of the latest vehicle models in the market, ensuring drivers maintain optimal braking performance with the industry's most reliable products.
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Akebono Wins IVC Award for Best Overall Aftermarket Product for Import Vehicles
November 11, 2024 – Akebono Brake Corporation proudly announces that our Akebono EURO® Ultra-Premium Ceramic Brake Pads, part number EUR1867, has received the prestigious Import Vehicle Community (IVC) award for Best Overall Aftermarket Product or Product Line for Import Vehicles. This accolade celebrates Akebono's commitment to high-quality braking solutions for European vehicles, delivering exceptional performance and durability.
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AKEBONO RELEASES EURO AND SEVERE DUTY ULTRA-PREMIUM DISC BRAKE PAD KITS INCREASING COVERAGE BY OVER 2 MILLION VEHICLES
Farmington Hills, Mich. – October 04, 2024 – Today Akebono Brake Corporation, a leading manufacturer of ultra-premium brake pads, proudly announces the release of 7 new part numbers, further expanding our product range. The newly launched part numbers are designed to provide comprehensive coverage for some of the latest vehicle models in the market, ensuring drivers maintain optimal braking performance with the industry's most reliable products.
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AKEBONO ANNOUNCES ADDITION OF ERICK KINNUNEN AS REGIONAL SALES MANAGER
Farmington Hills, Mich. – June 28, 2024 – Akebono Brake Corporation is proud to announce the addition of Erick Kinnunen as our new Regional Sales Manager. With an impressive 40 years of experience in aftermarket sales, training, and management, Erick brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to our team.
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