Akebono Introduces 8 New Part Numbers, Expanding Aftermarket Coverage For More Than 2 Million Vehicles

Akebono Introduces 8 New Part Numbers, Expanding Aftermarket Coverage For More Than 2 Million Vehicles

The part introductions add coverage to 12 late-model vehicles from GM, Honda, Hyundai, Kia and Mercedes-Benz. Of the eight new part numbers, five are Pro-ACT, one is Performance and two are EURO Ultra-Premium Brake Pad applications.


Akebono Brake Corp. has recently introduced eight new part numbers to its Pro-ACT, Performance and EURO Ultra-Premium Ceramic Disc Brake Pad lines, expanding vehicle coverage by 2.1 million vehicles.

The part introductions add coverage to 12 late-model vehicles from GM, Honda, Hyundai, Kia and Mercedes-Benz. Of the eight new part numbers, five are Pro-ACT, one is Performance and two are EURO Ultra-Premium Brake Pad applications.

“The extension of our product lines allows technicians to pass along the safety, reliability and performance guaranteed by Akebono to more drivers,” said Amanda Konja, assistant marketing manager, Akebono. “When installing Akebono, technicians also have the opportunity to earn rewards and win big prizes during our spring promotion.”

All new part numbers are eligible for tracking in the Akebono “Brake into the Action” rewards promotion through June 30. Brake into the Action offers technicians unlimited rewards when they install Akebono Pro-ACT, EURO and Performance Ultra-Premium Ceramic Brake Pads. In addition to earning incentives, for each set of 10 kits installed, participants receive an entry into a random drawing to win one of 10 big prizes, valued up to $10,000 each. Learn more about the Brake into the Action promotion at AkebonoPromo.com.

A complete listing of Akebono applications can be found in the web catalog at akebonobrakes.com or showmetheparts.com/akebono.

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