Many truck drivers have experienced brake fade. Technically, brake fade happens when “the condition in which the thermal capacity of the braking system has been exceeded and the system operates at reduced effectiveness.” More simply, it’s pushing the brake pedal and not having things go the way you expect.
So, why does this happen, and what can you do about it?
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Sandeep Kar of Noregon and Mark Wallin of Phillips Connect join On the Road to answer questions about the new partnership.
Companies integrating with one another has been an ongoing theme of the industry for a while now, as we’ve documented on this show before. One recent announcement stood out to us: a partnership between Phillips Connect and Noregon, aimed at integrating Connect1 trailer data into Noregon’s TripVision remote diagnostics system.
Rethinking traditional truck spec’ing notions, spotlighting sustainability in diesel technology.
Brian Screeton of Bendix talks about what maintenance practices fleets should put into place for their trucks, trailers and components during the spring.
Making its second TMC appearance, Apollo Tire tells us how it was able to release a truck tire lineup so quickly.
How much of the AI craze will result in real help for fleets?
Commercial ADB adoption rates in Class 6-8 vehicles are now up over 50% according to Bendix.
The company says its new brake pads last longer and can lower maintenance costs, while still providing the stopping power fleets need.
The latest materials are meant to help technicians properly set up, inspect and diagnose several components integrated with ADAS.
Bendix shares tips to allow fleets to hit the road with enhanced safety, uptime, and peace of mind this spring, by addressing winter’s toll on your trucks.
