ATE is the aftermarket brand of Continental Automotive Systems, one of the world’s leading brake system manufacturers. Continental has a century of experience in the development and production of braking technologies.  As a brake supplier to the world’s largest automakers, Continental can effectively leverage its engineering standards — innovative technology, first quality materials, expert product and process engineering — to the entire ATE line of brake products.

"Engineering excellence is our heritage. We understand the entire brake system and how each component affects a vehicle’s safety and performance," said Donald James, Marketing Manager - Aftermarket, Continental Automotive Systems - North America. "Because we transfer our OE expertise into our aftermarket products, we can guarantee that the quality and performance of our product line meets or exceeds OE standards."

ATE has been a trusted brand name in Europe for 100 years. From the introduction of the first hydraulic brake system in 1926 to developing the first antilock braking system prototype in 1967, the ATE brand has a rich history of innovation and experience.