Zenvo Automotive has selected Alcon Components to provide a bespoke braking system for its Aurora hypercar program.
Aurora says it will use the latest in bespoke braking system technologies from its new technical partner to “bring the power of the highly efficient bespoke V12 drivetrain under control”.
The newly developed system uses billet monoblock calipers, six-pistons at the front and four-piston at the rear. These are mated with carbon fiber-reinforced silicon carbide (C/SiC) brake discs to provide optimized braking performance and thermal capacity with no detrimental effect on brake pedal feel and feedback, even under extreme conditions. The materials used throughout the braking system have been carefully selected and optimized to offer significant weight savings and “ultimate performance”.
“Delivering power is only one part of the challenge when engineering a true driver’s car. Controlling it and making it usable on road and on track is as important,” explained Jon Gunner, chief technical officer, Zenvo Automotive.
“For a no compromise project like Aurora, the braking system is critical. Driver engagement, being able to harness up to 1,850hp, providing feedback and feel with a hybridized powertrain – each element plays a part in how the Aurora performs.
“Alcon Components have proven themselves to be world-beaters when it comes to delivering systems which can cope at the most extreme levels, and their latest braking system is the perfect fit for the track-focused Agil model, and the more classically styled GT Tur model. Delivering relentless and fade-free performance, when needed, each and every time.”
“We’re thrilled to be chosen as the brake supplier for the Zenvo Aurora Tur and Agil models,” added Steve Hodgkins, chief engineer performance OEM at Alcon. “Zenvo’s commitment to engineering excellence and pushing performance boundaries mirrors our own philosophy at Alcon. This collaboration has allowed us to develop a bespoke braking solution, leveraging our motorsport heritage and advanced technologies to meet the extreme demands of these hypercars. Together, we’ve created a system that delivers exceptional thermal capacity, consistent pedal feel and uncompromising stopping power — fully aligned with Zenvo’s vision of ultimate driver engagement.”
