Euro 7-Compliant Brake Pads to Enter Production in 2027
New brake technology will help vehicle manufacturers meet upcoming European emission standards for all new registrations.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Auto Parts
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TMD Friction will begin supplying Euro 7-compliant brake pads to vehicle manufacturers starting in 2027. These new parts are designed to meet upcoming EU non-exhaust emission standards for all new vehicle registrations.
Why it matters
New Euro 7 legislation mandates the regulation of particulate emissions from brake and tire abrasion to improve air quality. Because roughly 80% of brake-related emissions stem from disc abrasion, these specialized pads are critical for automakers to meet compliance.
These new friction solutions are engineered to address the 80% of brake emissions caused by disc abrasion. Serial production for these parts begins in 2027, ahead of the November 29, 2027, deadline for all new vehicle registrations in Europe.
The players
TMD Friction
A German-based manufacturer with 145 years of experience in the industry, focused on producing original equipment braking solutions.
UNECE Particle Measurement Programme
An international working group focused on developing standardized testing protocols for vehicle particulate emissions.
The details
TMD Friction addresses emission standards by developing custom pad-disc pairings that reduce wear and tear. The company utilizes proprietary friction formulations tested on in-house emissions dynamometers to ensure they meet the specific requirements of UN-R179 homologation. This approach seeks to minimize particles released during the braking process compared to standard aftermarket components.
Timeline
2016: TMD Friction joined the UNECE Particle Measurement Programme working group.
October 27, 2026: The company announced its new manufacturing agreements.
November 29, 2026: Euro 7 regulations take effect for new vehicle type approvals.
2027: Serial production and delivery of the compliant brake pads begin.
November 29, 2027: Euro 7 regulations take effect for all new vehicle registrations.
The Home Front
This transition marks a major regulatory shift as European emissions standards expand beyond tailpipe output to include brake and tire wear. These changes eventually influence the global automotive parts supply chain as manufacturers standardize components to meet the most stringent regional requirements.
European vehicle owners should note that new registration standards will require these compliant parts starting in late 2027. When your vehicle eventually requires a brake service, ask your licensed technician whether the replacement parts meet the latest regional emission standards for your specific model.
The takeaway
TMD Friction is proactively adapting to the Euro 7 mandate to limit brake abrasion, a major contributor to non-exhaust particulate emissions. If you own a vehicle in Europe, confirm with your mechanic that future brake replacements align with the latest vehicle-specific emission standards.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The BRAKE Report.
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