Peterbilt Motors Co. announced that rear disc brakes are now available on the Peterbilt Model 579, completing the standardization of disc brakes for this model. Peterbilt says that it has been providing front disc brakes on the Model 579 to increase driver safety and reduce stopping distance, and that with the addition of rear disc brakes, stopping distance has been further reduced.

“Safety is one of the driving forces in our industry and we are continually evaluating how we can improve the driver experience,” said Robert Woodall, Peterbilt’s assistant general manager of sales and marketing. “Combining front and rear disc brakes is a testament to our commitment to providing the safest trucks on the road.”