Air Disc Brakes Archives - Fleet Equipment Magazine
Webb launches UltraGrip brake pads in three formulations

Webb says the Plus, Premium and Severe-Duty options were made to suit differing applications.

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What to know about replacing air disc brake calipers

Even minor differences in caliper construction and performance can cause brake pull or lead one brake to drag and overheat.

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SAF-Holland integrates Haldex, expands system product offerings

The partnership between SAF-Holland and Haldex provides a broader product offering for trailer axle/suspension systems.

Bendix school bus safety spec’ing tips

The classic yellow school bus is a symbol of safety in America, and for good reason: It is well documented as the safest form of student transportation. Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC offered a glimpse at technologies and training developed to make school bus transportation across North America even safer. ADAS advantage The National Association

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Meritor talks trucking aftermarket advancements, sets new goals

During Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week, Meritor’s aftermarket and product leadership sat down to provide an update of its aftermarket initiatives and the evolution of existing aftermarket products. Here’s the rundown. Electrification in the aftermarket Meritor is barreling ahead toward electrification. It recently announced series production of its 14Xe ePowertrain. When asked what opportunities the ePowertrain

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Let’s talk heavy-duty truck brake friction

While Air Disc Brake market penetration has pushed into the tractor and trailer segments at approximately 20% (Give or take 5% either way depending on who you talk with), the majority of trucks on the road still use drum brakes. The first major difference between disc and drum brake friction is heat. Disc brakes operate,

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