Metal matrix composites (MMC) are materials which combine a metallic matrix with ceramic reinforcements in the form of fibers, particulates or flakes. There is one supplier of MMC castings in Sweden providing brake discs in aluminium for automotive industry. The material has the potential of replacing other heavier metals and thereby contributing to lower emissions in vehicles. The MACS project has aimed towards understanding the material and its imperfections, as well as finding other viable casting methods and examine the machining parameters since the particles aggravates cutting operations.