The Girling Story

The Girling Story is one of expansion, development and success, through product range and technologies across Europe. From its beginnings and the engineering know-how of Captain AHG Girling to its extensive racing accolades, Girling is a name synonymous with quality automotive products.

Heritage

Almost 70 years ago, Captain Girling developed a new mechanical braking system for the Hudson Cycle Company. Based on this expertise, the company began to prosper. Captain Girling’s success was brought to the attention of the Joseph Lucas Group who purchased the company and formed Girling Ltd. Since its formation the Girling brand has gone from strength to strength; partly due to the extensive expansion into world markets. The flexibility and business acumen of the Girling team through indirect and direct exports, manufacturing and licensee agreements means that many of the world’s vehicles rely on Girling braking systems. Success comes from dedication and Girling has built a reputation for quality and reliability. Girling products are fitted as original equipment on commercial, agricultural and off-road vehicles, as well as motorcycles, railway locomotives, rolling stock and of course cars.

Success

The achievements of Girling products are perfectly illustrated by successes in motor-sport. The first racing disc brake was designed by Girling and fitted into the 1952 super-charged V16 BRM Grand Prix Car. Since 1959, 12 of the winning vehicles in the Formula 1 World Drivers Championship have been fitted with Girling disc brakes. Success goes hand in hand with the Girling brand.