Maintenance tips for truck brake friction
In terms of brake friction maintenance, there is a lot more to look out for beyond whether the pads or friction is worn. The surrounding parts should also be checked in any inspection. For our in-depth story on brake friction, we interviewed brake experts from Bendix, Haldex, Hendrickson, Meritor, SAF-Holland, TMD Friction and WABCO. These
What you need to know about brake friction
If you are spec’ing brakes, I’m sure I don’t need to tell you that lately, the brake market is increasingly split into two categories: the tried-and-true drum brakes, and the up-and-coming air disc brakes (ADBs). Although most heavy-duty vehicles on the road still use traditional drum brakes, which cost quite a bit less than disc
Check your brakes: Putting a stop to brake-related CSA issues
Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s CSA violations should be an unnecessary problem, especially since they can lead to costly delays, and unexpected downtime may cause fleets to lose customers not only because of delays. After citations related to lighting problems, brakes are the second most commonly penalized item—18.7% of violations handed out by the CVSA in
WABCO, Mobileye join forces on safety system project
WABCO Holdings Inc. and Mobileye N.V. have announced that they are joining forces to develop solutions for commercial vehicles that leverage advanced emergency braking ADAS functionalities and Mobileye’s REM technology that provides real-time data for precise localization and high-definition lane data. The solutions will combine Mobileye’s vision system and mapping technology with the control and
August’s five truck trend takeaways
We know it’s not easy to keep up with everything that happens in the world of trucking. So here are the biggest stories from August focused on the latest truck trends, all in one place.
Autonomous truck technology is not a fad
This is the last time that I am going to compare data-driven autonomous truck technology to space-age warp-engaged Star Trek-esque vehicles. The fact of the matter is that autonomous truck technology like advanced safety systems have already boldly gone where no truck has gone before… and they keep moving forward. The recently unveiled 2016 Innovation
ZF, WABCO introduce Evasive Maneuver Assist technology
WABCO Holdings Inc. and ZF have announced a joint prototype of Evasive Maneuver Assist (EMA), a new collision avoidance technology for commercial vehicles. Jointly developed by WABCO and ZF, the Evasive Maneuver Assist combines WABCO’s OnGuardACTIVE collision mitigation system technology with ZF’s active steering technology, and marks yet another step toward enabling autonomous driving in
WABCO acquires Laydon Composites, expands aerodynamic device offering
WABCO has acquired Laydon Composites Ltd. (LCL), a manufacturer of aerodynamic devices for heavy-duty trucks and trailers. Laydon generated revenues of approximately CAD $25 million in 2015 and is headquartered in Oakville, Ontario, Canada. Through the acquisition, WABCO will provide a full range of aerodynamic devices for commercial vehicles worldwide, including Laydon’s TrailerSkirt and nose fairings
Applying the brakes: Ensuring the future of truck safety
Advanced safety systems that employ radar- and camera-based technologies that enable adaptive cruise control and even autonomous truck operation rely heavily on one specific component—the brakes. The safety of these futuristic collision mitigation systems rests squarely on proper brake application, operation and maintenance. “It’s important to keep in mind that advances in collision mitigation technology
WABCO unveils next-gen OnLane lane departure warning system
WABCO unveiled its next generation OnLane lane departure warning system (LDWS), an advanced driver assistance system that features a new, high resolution camera integrated with a SmartDrive video-based driver performance management system. WABCO’s OnLane is a camera-based LDWS that continuously monitors the vehicle’s position within lane markings. It alerts the driver via visual, audible or
PeopleNet, WABCO team up on tire pressure monitoring system
PeopleNet and WABCO have paired up to make a tire pressure monitoring system, the two companies announced. Through wheel-mounted sensors, WABCO’s Integrated Vehicle Tire Monitoring (IVTM) system enables users to ensure optimal tire pressure by wirelessly providing in-cab updates of tire pressures directly from each wheel. The system alerts drivers to any tire pressure issues, allowing them
WABCO launches ProVia parts brand
WABCO has announced the launch of a new brand, ProVia, which will provide budget spare parts. According to the company, ProVia will help workshops and fleet operators bridge the gap between low-end budget parts which can often fall short of quality and reliability expectations and the higher investment required for premium level aftermarket parts for trucks,
