FERODO

Ferodo, founded in 1897, specializes in braking system components. The product portfolio includes brake pads, brake discs, drums, and brake fluids. As of 2026, the brand is owned by Tenneco. Products are developed for both original equipment supply and the aftermarket. The brand's technical solutions focus on maintaining a stable friction coefficient across various temperature ranges.

Country

United Kingdom

Brand History

1897: Herbert Frood founds the company in England and begins manufacturing brake pads for horse-drawn carriages. 1922: Ferodo becomes the first manufacturer to supply brake pads for the mass-produced Austin 7. 1998: The brand becomes part of Federal-Mogul, significantly expanding its R&D capabilities. 2018: Following the acquisition of Federal-Mogul by Tenneco, Ferodo is integrated into the corporation's global structure.

Key OEM Customers

Volkswagen, Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Ford, Renault, PSA Group, Fiat, Toyota.

Type

Manufacturer

Ecology

Ferodo implements Eco-Friction technology, which utilizes low-metallic or copper-free friction formulations to reduce fine particulate emissions.

Brand Authentication

The 'Ferodo Security Label' system is used with a unique code for verification via the online portal. Marking is applied to the metal backing plate via laser engraving, containing the batch number and technical data. The friction material features a characteristic color-coded marking on the edge for compound identification.

Certificates

IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001