Sundaram Brake Linings Ltd, incorporated in 1978 according to some sources but also reported as established in 1974 as a joint venture between the TVS Group and Abex Corporation, USA, is an Indian manufacturer specializing in asbestos-free friction materials. The company produces non-asbestos brake linings and clutch facings used in various automotive applications. Serving original equipment manufacturers, the aftermarket, and international markets across multiple continents, it operates within the friction materials manufacturing and automotive components industries. Originally started as a joint venture, Sundaram Brake Linings Ltd is presently part of the TVS Group. It is recognized as a pioneer in friction material manufacturing in India and holds a strong market position as a key supplier to OEMs and the aftermarket.