FTE
FTE automotive is a German manufacturer founded in 1943, specializing in brake system components and hydraulic clutch actuation. Since 2017, the brand has been part of the Valeo corporation. The product range includes master and slave cylinders, brake hoses, boosters, and fluids. Products are supplied both to vehicle manufacturers' assembly lines and the aftermarket.
Country
Germany
Brand History
1943: Foundation of the company Fichtel & Sachs in Ebern. 1995: Spin-off of the division into the independent company FTE automotive. 2013: Start of a strategic partnership with Bain Capital. 2017: Full acquisition of the brand by the French Valeo group.
Key OEM Customers
VW Group, Ford, GM, BMW
Type
Manufacturer, Supplier (OEM)
Ecology
The company implements ISO 14001 standards and actively works on reducing the use of hazardous substances in brake fluids and seal materials.
Brand Authentication
The FTE logo is applied via laser engraving directly onto the metal cylinder housing. The production date code consists of 4 digits (week/year) and is applied via impact marking. Rubber dust boots feature material markings (e.g., EPDM) and a mold number.
Certificates
IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001
