About Us
Reliable Brake Components Manufacturer Since 1987
CHIHON is committed to improving and innovating the brake system.
CHIHON MACHINERY CO., LTD. (Brand: YDL) was established in 1987 and has been dedicated to the manufacturing of automotive brake disc rotors as a professional OEM-focused manufacturer for more than three decades.
With solid technical experience and stable production capability, we support both OEM and aftermarket customers worldwide with consistent quality and dependable supply.
Building upon early OEM manufacturing experience, YDL now focuses on aftermarket and customized brake component solutions for global partners.
From Domestic OEM to Global Export
In our early years, YDL focused on domestic OEM production and aftermarket brake components in Taiwan. Since 1997, we expanded into international markets and gradually built long-term export relationships across North America, Japan, the Middle East, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Oceania.
Today, YDL brake components are supplied to over 31 countries, with continuous direct exports to Japan, the United States, Dubai (Middle East), and Hong Kong, as well as cooperation with trading partners in other regions such as Australia.
This export experience allows us to understand diverse market standards, logistics coordination, and long-term supply expectations.
Export Markets (Past & Current):
North America (U.S., Canada);
Central & South America (Paraguay, Bolivia, Suriname);
Europe (Sweden, Germany, Turkey, Spain);
Asia (Japan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, Russia);
Middle East (Bahrain, Dubai, Iraq, Iran);
Africa (South Africa, Tanzania, Nigeria, North Africa);
Oceania (Australia, Fiji).
In-House Manufacturing & Quality Control
All YDL brake disc rotors are produced under strict in-house manufacturing processes, allowing us to maintain full control over:
- Raw material selection
- Precision machining
- Balancing and surface finishing
- Quality inspection and packaging
Our production system is designed to ensure stable performance, dimensional accuracy, and long service life, meeting the expectations of professional buyers and long-term partners.
OEM, AM & Customization & Flexible Cooperation
We understand that every market and customer has different requirements. YDL provides OEM, AM, and customized solutions, including specifications, packaging, and labeling, with flexible communication and responsive support throughout the project.
Our strength lies not only in manufacturing, but also in our willingness to cooperate closely, adapt efficiently, and support customers in building sustainable businesses.
Your Long-Term Brake Components Partner
At YDL, we believe a reliable supplier should deliver more than products. We focus on long-term cooperation, stable quality, and transparent communication to become a trusted manufacturing partner rather than a short-term vendor.
We welcome OEM projects, aftermarket cooperation, and long-term manufacturing partnerships worldwide.
Precision Engineering | Unmatched Quality | Global Innovation
HISTORY & MILESTONE
| Year | Achievement |
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| 1977 | Mr. YEH, OEM Technician. |
| 1982 | Mr. YEH, OEM Engineer. |
| 1987 | CHIHON MACHINERY CO., LTD. Found. Selling in Taiwan market. |
| 1991 | Won the commendation of LIOHO Machine WORKS, LTD. |
| 1997 | First export oversea. |
| 1998 | Presented the first quality consultant of Victor Taichung Machinery Works Co., Ltd. |
| 1999 | First export to Vancouver, Canada. |
| 2001 | First export to USA. |
| 2002 | Established Kunshan factory, China. |
| 2004 | ISO 9001:2002 Certified. |
| 2005 | TS19649:2002 Certified. Start OEM cooperate with GM, Sweden. |
| 2007 | Braking force strength test by Goshen Industries Inc. |
| 2010 | D&B's Registered Corporate Certified. |
| 2015 | TÜV Enterprise Operational Capability Certified. |
| 2017 | Sponsorship of the OPTION CUP Taiwan Rally. |
| 2018 | Taipei "Innovative Product Award" general election, by selected website of quality parts promote EDM. Braking force test in Laboratory, Tainan. 27th Taiwan External Trade Development Council, advance to the Taiwan Excellence finals. |
| 2020 | Braking force test in Laboratory, Tainan. |
| 2023 | Initiating Systematic Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reporting: 20.48 tons of CO2e. |
| 2024 | Initiating Systematic Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reporting: 18.35 tons of CO2e. |
| 2025 | Awarded the 79th Excellent Business Enterprise Award by the Taoyuan City Chamber of Commerce. Awarded the title of "Member of 30 Years or More" by Taoyuan City Industrial Association. |
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Chihon verification by TÜV Rheinland Taiwan Ltd. in 2015. -
CHIHON verified D&B's global authority professional corporate certification service since 2010.
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With 37 years of experience in the friction aftermarket. A professional and specialized in the production of Brake Disc/Rotor. The company was the 1st who developed racing brake disc of drilled and slotted in Taiwan. Chihon had been an original equipment manufacturer in aftermarket and OE market for many years through the earlier period. In the meanwhile, the great reputation of high quality and effective, then after started to have own brand "YDL" while passion, creativity and honesty are taken as three major operation spirits.
