Friction One acquires Raybestos brand from First Brands Group

The first Raybestos-branded products under Friction One are expected to reach distribution in the fourth quarter of 2026, beginning with friction, drums and rotors

Friction One, a US-based manufacturer of automotive braking products, has acquired the Raybestos brand through First Brands Group's Chapter 11 bankruptcy process, with initial Raybestos-branded friction, drums and rotors expected to reach distribution in the fourth quarter of 2026.