Braking specialist since 1923

  Valeo is a braking expert since 1923: Since 1923, Valeo produces friction materials for brake linings.  Indeed, Valeo has acquired a real expertise since 95 years to developed high performing brake pads.   PERFORMANCE High-performing and durable friction materials increasing braking…

READY for a Great Show! Valeo at Automechanika Shanghai

The Chinese automotive industry is one of the most dynamic and fresh in the world. In such a context Valeo is presenting its line up of major innovations. Safety innovations to address a growing number of vehicles on Chinese roads (157 million vehicles in 2019) Green innovations to provide…

What is parking assistance and how do you install parking sensors?

How does park assist work?    We all know the feeling, trawling up and down a busy street looking for that elusive parking space, and then you spot one – it’s tight, but maybe you can squeeze in. A crowd gathers. Are your parking skills up to the task?  If your car is fitted with parking sensors…

Safe Side, the blind spot detection system from Valeo // Driving and parking assistance, Passenger car

The Valeo Safe Side blind spot detection system allows you to drive safely and more comfortably every day. Thanks to the non intrusive RADAR sensors, the system detects vehicles in the blind spot area of your vehicle, and alerts the driver via visual and audible signals.

Visit Valeo at the 2019 AAPEX Show, Booth #2250

Valeo is presenting its aftermarket product offering at the 2019 AAPEX tradeshow in Las Vegas from November 5th - 7th, 2019.     By investing heavily in innovation, with nearly $2.2 million (2,07 million euros) dedicated to Research and Development in 2018, Valeo is now at the epicenter of the…

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Ignition Leads // Engine Management Systems, Passenger car

What are ignition leads? Ignition leads are used to distribute the high voltage from the ignition coils to the spark plugs in a vehicle’s ignition process.   Why choose Valeo ignition leads? Having more than 670 individual part numbers, Valeo ignition leads cover three O.E. high tension wire…

Spark Plugs // Engine Management Systems, Passenger car

What is a spark plug? A spark plug is the ignition source for a gas-powered engine. It provides an electric current from the vehicle’s ignition system to the combustion chamber of the engine to ignite the air-fuel mixture.   Valeo spark plugs use the latest technology Valeo’s Original Equipment…