Frenas Conmigo (Stop With Me), a non-state management entity based in Holguin. It is establishing itself as a leader in the repair and sale of brake and clutch systems in eastern Cuba. With more than 300 active contracts in the region.
Founded in 2022 by Álvaro Grass González, its sole owner and partner. The company serves transportation agencies, state institutions, private companies, and individuals. With a service portfolio that covers everything from mopeds to trucks.
Its clients include Cervecería Bucanero S.A., the Transcontenedores Basic Business Unit (UEB). The Ómnibus Nacionales UEB, and the Food Production and Distribution Company (Numa). Which attest to its presence in territories such as Santiago de Cuba, Granma, and Las Tunas.
Although several automotive repair businesses exist in the eastern province. This company stands out for its quality, maintaining active contracts in three provinces of eastern Cuba.
The strength of the team is based on professional expertise in mechanics, welding, and specialized processes. As well as a management model that prioritizes the efficient use of resources. With the incorporation of high-quality raw materials from countries like Russia and India.
In a context where acquiring a new clutch system can exceed $120 on the international market. Grass González offers functional repair solutions for around $50.
The added value lies in the technical service and the use of high-resistance friction materials. While utilizing locally available components helps reduce costs and replace imports.
José Luis Pérez Vázquez, an operator with years of experience in the workshop. He explained that the use of certified fiber and bronze components, including brake pads and disc linings. It guarantees efficient, durable, and resistant braking under adverse conditions.
Each repair is performed according to the manufacturer’s specifications. Which even facilitates the adaptation of systems in older vehicles for which original parts are no longer available, such as Chevrolet models.
Customer loyalty is also recognized by the company, which accepts custom orders and imports specific parts based on demand. Both for commercial purposes and for individuals, thus expanding its response capabilities.
To ensure operational continuity, the company has a photovoltaic solar panel system that guarantees all processes. Even in the event of National Electrical System contingencies, ensuring service stability and adherence to agreed-upon deadlines.
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Grass González explained that the company’s activity is not limited to repairs. It also sells accessories and parts for vehicles, such as batteries and tires, and maintains production chains with suppliers like Autopartes de La Habana. To ensure the supply of essential inputs, including brake fluid and axle shafts.
As part of its growth, the company is diversifying its services by venturing into minibus rentals for passenger transport and, through tractor-trailers and trucks, for cargo transport. With organized services, advance calculation of distances and costs, and payment options via bank transfers.
The executive noted that behind these efforts is a team that maintains efficiency with professionalism and commitment. He highlighted that in 2025 the company contributed more than 42 million pesos to the state budget. A result that demonstrates the economic impact of a management approach that integrates innovation, service, and social responsibility.
With information from CNA
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