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Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Brake Suppliers Invest in Sensing Technology

Integrating braking systems with sensors and telematics can enable more timely maintenance, reduce unplanned downtime and optimize component life while supporting “brake health.”

August 3, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

TMC Annual Meeting Aims to Advance, Enrich Careers

When the trucking industry’s equipment and technology professionals gather in Atlanta this month for the annual meeting of American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council, they’ll probe maintenance issues and discover opportunities for collaboration.

February 11, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Electronic Braking Systems Expected to Gain Traction

After two decades of use in Europe, electronic braking systems will make significant inroads in the North American commercial vehicle market in the coming years to support the development of driver-assist technology and electric trucks, some industry experts said.

January 24, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Autonomous

Haldex Sees Net Income Fall, Revenue Rise in Q3

Commercial vehicle brake supplier Haldex AB reported lower third-quarter earnings and higher revenue as it increased sales slightly in North America.

October 24, 2019
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

Senate Committee to Review PTC Implementation Status July 31

The Senate Commerce Committee on July 31 will hear from freight rail industry stakeholders about the status of automatic braking technology.

July 26, 2019
Business, Equipment, Safety

Jake Brake Standard on A26 Engine From International

Jacobs Vehicle Systems announced the availability of its 5783A engine brake as standard equipment on the International A26 engine.

May 10, 2019
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

The Analytical Dilemma

Does “old school” detective work still have a part in fleet maintenance programs today? TMC Technical Director Jack Legler gives his answer.

November 9, 2018
Government, Technology, Safety

Inspectors Take Nearly 5,000 CMVs Off the Road During Brake Safety Week

Law enforcement personnel in 57 jurisdictions throughout the United States and Canada took nearly 5,000 commercial motor vehicles off the road for “critical brake violations” during a weeklong focused brake enforcement effort in September, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance announced Nov. 6.

November 6, 2018
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Rigorous Maintenance Essential to Avoiding Brake Problems

Preventive maintenance on the pneumatic system of brakes is essential to keeping Class 8 trucks on the road.

September 21, 2018
Business, Equipment

Brake Manufacturer Knorr-Bremse Plans IPO

Knorr-Bremse AG has opted to list shares in Frankfurt later this year after majority billionaire owner Heinz Hermann Thiele explored a range of strategic options for one of the world’s largest makers of truck and train brakes.

September 17, 2018