Bendix offers tips to prepare for CVSA International Roadcheck
In 2019, almost two-thirds, or 64.4%, of the vehicles taken out of service during the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) International Roadcheck had violations related to brake systems, tires and wheels, and brake adjustment. Bendix says the statistic emphasizes the importance of foundational maintenance, and its role in keeping vehicles on the road and operating
SAF-Holland releases ADB wall chart and service parts manual
SAF-Holland has released its SAF Air Disc Brake Service Parts Wall Chart and ADB Service Parts Manual. Distributed by SAF-Holland Original Parts, the wall chart and manual provide quick access to OEM quality rebuild kits and service parts for all SAF ADB models including P89 in both taper and parallel spindle design, P89 Plus, P89
Connecting brakes, wheel ends and other trailer components with telematics
The majority of fleet managers are used to the capabilities of truck telematics, but they may not be as familiar with trailer telematics, which are newer and just now starting to grow into their potential usefulness. Why have trailer telematics lagged behind their tractor brethren? It’s a complicated question, with an uncomplicated answer. “At the
Kenworth introduces new airbrake package for K370 Cabover
Kenworth has introduced an airbrake package with a 23,000-lb. rear axle for enhanced road capacity for the K370 cabover. Combined with the K370’s standard 12,000-lb. front axle, the new axle offering increases the K370’s gross combination weight rating to 35,000 lbs. The package features the Dana S23-172 or S23-172E rear axle, 1710 drivelines, 22.5-in. tires,
Keeping an eye on brake wear
A vehicle cuts in front of your truck and stops abruptly. The truck driver slams on the brakes only to find that the truck’s stopping distance isn’t what it once was—these brakes haven’t been inspected recently. Without the proper stopping distance, an accident becomes inevitable. It’s an extreme example to be sure, but it’s just
Preventative maintenance to avoid brake wear
It’s important that your technicians are trained on how to spot brake wear, and that your shops have systems and schedules in place aimed at avoiding wear issues on brakes. “The only real way to keep an eye out for irregular brake wear is visual inspection on both drum and disc systems. Spotting irregular wear provides
NRS Brakes highlights benefits of galvanized steel brake pads
NRS Brakes highlights the benefits of truck brake pads made with galvanized steel. Galvanized brake-pad sets have mechanically attached premium friction on a galvanized-steel backing plate. This galvanized-steel plate helps fight against rust and corrosion and allows the friction to wear out instead of fall apart, NRS Brakes says. This construction prolongs the life of
What makes Level 2 autonomy the ultimate driver’s assistant
Level 2 automation has been a game-changer in terms of safety for about a decade now, and manufacturers continue to churn out better versions of this technology every year. Active steering, automatic emergency braking—you’ve heard the terms and you have a good sense of what they do, but how do the companies behind this technology
Advanced safety features are keeping drivers and roads safer
From brakes and tires to stability control and lane departure systems, safety technology today has made our truck drivers and roads safer.
Watch: Compression release brakes aren’t just for heavy-duty diesel trucks
When you think of compression release brakes, or “Jake Brakes,” heavy-duty diesels probably come to mind. But today, this same technology and all of its safety, fuel economy and maintenance benefits is also starting to become available in medium-duty engines. Watch the video above to learn more, and click here for more episodes of On
How suppliers are shifting support capabilities
Adaptation continues to be a key ability in navigating the Coronavirus pandemic. If your fleet operation spans several states, you’re having to juggle shifting regulations and practices as some states begin to reopen, but social distancing is here to stay for everyone. For suppliers that are used to working hand-in-hand with customers to solve equipment
Watch: Truck brake fade and what you can do about it
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
