(CLOVER, SC) May 27, 2014 — PFC Brakes is proud to be the official brake supplier for the 2015 Indy Lights Series and will be featured on the Dallara IL-15 car. The new PFC full brake package utilizes purpose built, shape optimized 6-pot Monobloc calipers, PFC discs with patented slot pattern, and PFC race pads.
The new Indy Lights full PFC brake package will feature the all new PFC ZR81 6-piston monobloc calipers, PFC ZERO FAILURES™ discs and PFC pads on the front and rear.
The PFC monobloc calipers—specifically designed for the Dallara uprights—are 30% stiffer than the current calipers. The new disc assemblies feature PFC’s new patented V3 technology to eliminate hardware, reduce weight, and allow for quick changes. The new PFC package is designed for longer life and added capacity. Despite the added capacity, the new PFC brake package is Lighter, Stiffer, Cooler, and Quicker.
Testing of PFC pad compounds to compliment the Cooper tires has been ongoing during 2011 to suit road courses, street courses, and oval courses.
The origin of the Indy Lights Series began in 1986, and has been a developmental race series sanctioned by IndyCar, founded in 2002 as the Infinit Pro Series. The series has produced some of the most famous race car driver names including Marco Andretti, Scott Dixon, and Tony Kanaan. Many of the drivers continue on into the official IndyCar Series and on into the Indianapolis 500.
PFC is proud to be on all three ladders to the “Road to Indy,” as open wheel racing is part of PFC’s DNA. Indy Lights new Dallara IL-15 car is the next exciting step to get to the Indy 500. It should be noted for the 2014 Indy 500, every row has a race driver who’s competed in Indy Lights and is a testament to the vision set forth by the IndyCar series with Dan Andersen and his staff and technical partners involved.
About Performance Friction: At Performance Friction, every employee has a “passion for the product.” And it shows. PFC brakes are the top choice in motorsports, winning more championships than any other brake on the market and the company also makes application specific upgrades for hundreds of domestic and import models. PFC brakes are specified on more fleets nationwide including most police cars in North America. From NASCAR to emergency response vehicles, Performance Friction’s mission is to deliver the absolute best brakes on the market without the use of harmful substances.
To learn more about Performance Friction products visit www.pfcbrakes.com
Contacts:
Performance Friction Corp.(US)
Darrick Dong, Director of Motorsports, 803.222.8128
Mark Wagner, Design Engineer, 803.222.2141 ext. 8221
Lesley Taylor, Marketing, 803.222.2141 ext. 8215
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