16th
October 2007 - Federal-Mogul Ferodo®
ThermoQuiet® Brake Pad
Wins Coveted EQUIP AUTO 2007 Grands Prix Award for Automotive Innovation
Ferodo® ThermoQuiet®
Light Vehicle Brake Pad has won the prestigious EQUIP AUTO Grands Prix
Gold Award for automotive innovation. Winners were chosen by an
international jury of 82 journalists from 27 countries, and were
announced yesterday at the 11th International Grands Prix Awards
Ceremony at EQUIP AUTO.
Ferodo's ThermoQuiet is
the first brake pad to use revolutionary technology to enhance all
elements related to comfort and durability without compromising friction
performance. Developed within Federal-Mogul's global network of friction
research facilities, the pad features an innovative one-piece design
with a patented Integrally Molded Insulator(TM) (IMI) anti-noise
technology. This exclusive technology seamlessly integrates the shim,
friction material and backing plate into a single unit to allow maximum
dissipation of noise-causing vibration and other brake-related energy.
ThermoQuiet brake pads represent Federal-Mogul's commitment to offer
aftermarket customers the best in OE quality, design and function.
"We are extremely proud
and honored that our ThermoQuiet brake pad has received an international
award of this distinction within the automotive aftermarket," said Mauro
Parisi, vice president, Federal-Mogul Aftermarket Products and Services,
Europe, Middle East and Africa. "Our Ferodo brand is synonymous with
braking leadership and has earned its prominent position in the
marketplace by developing proven, innovative solutions for virtually
every type of vehicle, driving style and customer. The ThermoQuiet pad
represents a breakthrough that will benefit thousands of repair
providers and potentially millions of vehicle owners throughout Europe.
"I want to commend our
talented Federal-Mogul employees for making this award possible. This
recognition reflects our steadfast commitment to technology and
innovation in our quest to deliver world-class products, brands and
services to our customers worldwide," Parisi added.
About Federal-Mogul
Federal-Mogul
Corporation is a leading global supplier, serving the world's foremost
original equipment manufacturers of automotive, light commercial,
heavy-duty, agricultural, marine, rail, off-road and industrial
vehicles, as well as the worldwide aftermarket. The Company's leading
technology and innovation, lean manufacturing expertise, as well as
marketing and distribution deliver world-class products, brands and
services with quality excellence at a competitive cost. Federal-Mogul is
focused on its global profitable growth strategy, creating value and
satisfaction for its customers, employees and stakeholders.
Federal-Mogul was founded in Detroit in 1899.
The Company is
headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, and employs 45,000 people in 35
countries. Federal-Mogul's aftermarket products are sold under a variety
of power brands, including but not limited to, AE® engine products, ANCO®
wipers, Champion® spark plugs and wipers, Fel-Pro® gaskets, Ferodo®
brake pads, Glyco® bearings, Goetze® piston rings, MOOG® chassis
products, National® wheel-end components, Nural® pistons, Payen®
gaskets, Sealed Power® engine products and Wagner® lighting and brake
products.
Visit the company's Web
site at
www.federal-mogul.com.
Source: Fedreal-Mogul
Corporation Press Release