TMD Friction to Supply Euro 7 Brake Pads in 2027
The manufacturer will begin serial production of emissions-compliant braking components for vehicles in 2027.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Auto Parts
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TMD Friction has secured agreements to supply vehicle manufacturers with new Euro 7-compliant brake pads starting in 2027. These components are designed to meet upcoming European regulations targeting non-exhaust vehicle emissions.
Why it matters
Euro 7 legislation mandates strict new limits on brake and tire abrasion particles to reduce environmental impact. TMD Friction developed these specific solutions to help automakers maintain compliance with these incoming standards.
Approximately 80% of total brake emissions result from disc abrasion, a figure TMD Friction addresses with its pad-disc pairings. The company has developed 52,000 unique friction formulations over its 145-year history.
The players
TMD Friction
This German-based automotive supplier specializes in friction technology and braking solutions for the global transportation industry.
UNECE
The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe develops regulatory standards and frameworks for automotive safety and environmental performance.
The details
TMD Friction utilizes an in-house emissions dynamometer and proprietary formulations to ensure its products meet the UN-R179 homologation standards. The company has contributed to these technical requirements through its involvement in the UNECE Particle Measurement Programme since 2016.
Timeline
TMD Friction joined the UNECE PMP working group in 2016.
New Euro 7 rules for vehicle type approvals begin on November 29, 2026.
Serial production and delivery of the brake pads begin in 2027.
Euro 7 regulations for all new vehicle registrations take effect on November 29, 2027.
Roadmap
The automotive industry is shifting its focus from tailpipe emissions to total vehicle emissions, including fine particles created by braking. This development positions TMD Friction as an early leader in the transition toward non-exhaust emissions compliance.
Consumers in the European market will see these cleaner braking systems integrated into new vehicle models beginning in 2027. Owners can expect these components to play a critical role in meeting mandatory environmental vehicle registration requirements.
The takeaway
The move toward Euro 7 compliance signals a permanent change in how automotive components are engineered for environmental safety. Manufacturers and suppliers are increasingly prioritizing material formulations that minimize microscopic particulate matter.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The BRAKE Report.
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