GSP Launches New No-Core Brake Caliper Program
The new program eliminates core charges and returns for distributors covering 80% of current market demand.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Auto Parts
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GSP North America has launched its new ADVANTEDGE brake caliper program, which provides brand-new replacement parts without the need for core charges or returns. The program initially covers over 80% of current market demand for automotive brake calipers.
Why it matters
By removing core returns, this program helps reduce warehouse storage congestion and simplifies repair transactions for shops. This shift aims to improve logistics and protect cash flow by eliminating the traditional expenses associated with handling old parts.
The new program covers more than 80% of market demand with 100% brand-new replacement calipers, with plans to reach 95% coverage within the first year. These units are produced through the GLP joint venture, which is 51% owned by GSP.
The players
GSP North America
An automotive parts manufacturer and distributor that provides components including brake systems to the North American market.
GLP
A manufacturing joint venture that produces the new brake calipers for the North American market.
The details
The program utilizes 100% new replacement calipers, effectively removing the requirement for distributors to manage a core bank. Because each unit is manufactured as a new part and undergoes rigorous pressure and leak testing, the need to verify, clean, and rebuild used metal cores is entirely eliminated from the supply chain.
Timeline
The ADVANTEDGE program officially launched in October 2026.
The catalogue coverage is expected to expand to 95% of demand within the first year.
The Home Front
This program marks a notable shift away from the traditional automotive core return supply chain standard. By prioritizing entirely new components over the industry-standard model of remanufactured parts, the move reduces the logistical overhead typically required to process used metal cores.
Vehicle owners may notice simpler pricing structures at their local repair shops as distributors stop assessing core charges for these specific new calipers. When discussing brake repairs with your mechanic, ask whether they are using new or remanufactured components to understand your warranty options.
The takeaway
The move to 100% new calipers streamlines the repair process by removing the administrative burden of core returns from the supply chain. If you are preparing for a brake service, ask your mechanic about the type of replacement parts they keep in stock and how their warranty coverage applies to new units.
Further reading
To learn more about maintaining your vehicle's braking system, visit our Auto Parts section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Autosphere.
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