Valeo Friction Materials India R&D team develops and proposes to automakers complete systems and technological solutions which offer real added value for motorists, providing enhanced comfort, improved safety and a better respect of the environment. 

With over 7% of sales invested in R&D each year, technological innovation is at the heart of Valeo Friction Materials India development strategy.

G5 clutch facings, the first range of “green” clutch facings enables Valeo Friction Materials India to considerably reduce atmospheric emissions and improve working conditions.

Product Strategy

With an objective to provide the same product and performances all over the world, the formulae are developed and first industrialized in the R&D Head Quarters in Limoges, France. The facing grade is then industrialized in the other divisions and approved by R&D HQ.

Clutch Facings Policy

Worldwide Expertise: Expertise and resources in the fields needed to master friction materials.

Development of generic products

Each facing grade correspond to the same formula all over the world.
Centralized approval of raw materials and facings.
Standardized process parameters.

High performances materials

High and stable friction levels.
Very good fade resistance.
Increased life time.
Significant improvement in driving comfort.

Environmental friendly product range

A complete range of green facings for passenger car and trucks (OE and AM).
A range of materials without: Asbestos, Lead, Organic Solvent, Ceramic and Aramid Fibre.

Total Quality

Total Quality is a state of mind at Valeo Friction Materials India. Total Quality requires the involvement of everyone at all levels and at all times. The Group heightens awareness of non-quality factors and encourages employees to work together to identify these factors and then correct them.