SAE Brake Colloquium Issues Call for 2026 Presentations
The 44th SAE Brake Colloquium calls for presentations for its 2026 event in Palm Desert. Industry experts are invited to submit abstracts on braking advancements by February 16, 2026.
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ZF Appoints Santarosa to Lead North American CV Aftermarket
ZF Aftermarket appointed Ricardo Santarosa as Head of Commercial Vehicle Aftermarket for North America, bringing nearly 20 years of automotive and CV industry experience to the role.
Beyond the Beam: How Smart Brake & Suspension Tech is Redefining Trailer ROI
The trailer undercarriage is evolving from static iron to intelligent ecosystem. By adopting load-adaptive tire systems and preparing for continuous brake wear monitoring, fleets can turn maintenance from a reactive cost center into a proactive advantage.
The End of “One-Pad-Fits-All”: Why Bendix’s Heavy-Duty Pivot Matters for Fleet Uptime
Bendix’s latest heavy-duty expansion signals the end of generic brake pads. We analyze why application-specific friction is now critical for reducing fleet downtime and handling modern payloads.
EuroBrake 2026 Opens Call for Papers
EuroBrake 2026 opens call for papers with January 12 deadline. The Mainz conference covers braking systems, materials, simulation, and sustainability topics.
Lumag Expands International Distribution for Friction Materials
Lumag expands friction materials distribution to Morocco, Algeria, and Georgia while preparing for Automechanika Dubai 2025, reinforcing its European manufacturing capabilities.
Mercedes-Benz Safety Truck Features Advanced Protection Systems
Mercedes-Benz Trucks' Safety Truck demonstrates current active and passive protection technologies on the eActros 600 platform, featuring enhanced sensor systems and automated emergency response capabilities addressing commercial vehicle accident scenarios.
STEMCO PPS+ Standard on HDNABI Air Disc Axles
HDNABI standardizes STEMCO Platinum Performance System Plus with Auto-Torq on all dressed air disc axles, delivering an 8-year wheel-end warranty to trailer OEMs and fleets.
Knorr-Bremse Expands Indian Supplier Network for Global Growth
Knorr-Bremse AG strengthens its Indian supplier network with €300 million in 2024 sales, positioning India as a strategic procurement and manufacturing hub for global markets.
Bonafide Auto Parts Launches New OEM-Spec Brake Line
Bonafide Auto Parts has launched new brake calipers and matched pads and rotors. Engineered to OEM specifications, the line targets aging vehicle fleets and aims to improve aftermarket safety and reliability.
Bendix Expands EC80 ECU Safety Recall
Bendix recalls 2,345 additional EC80 ECUs with software defects that may disable ABS, traction control, and stability systems when electrical interference combines with weak signals, particularly affecting multi-trailer commercial vehicles.
Sights from the Show Floor: The Brake Industry at AAPEX 2025
The energy was undeniable at AAPEX 2025. While electrification buzzed, the brake industry focused on heavy-duty and severe-duty applications. See the innovations in our exclusive photo gallery.
Bosch Expands Into Heavy-Duty Braking at AAPEX 2025
Bosch Mobility Aftermarket unveiled its new HCV Air-Disc Brake Pads at AAPEX 2025, marking the company’s entry into heavy-duty braking with OE-level quality and long-lasting performance for Class 6–8 vehicles.
Knorr-Bremse and Cojali Introduce ESB REMAN ECU Repair Service
Knorr-Bremse and Cojali’s ESB REMAN service gives commercial vehicle ECUs a second life through advanced diagnostics, localized repair hubs, and circular economy practices that reduce waste and extend component longevity.
Webb Wheel and Dana Strengthen Commercial Vehicle Partnership
Webb Wheel and Dana Commercial Vehicle Systems have formalized a long-term partnership to jointly advance wheel-end, propulsion, and energy-management technologies for the commercial vehicle market.
Mevotech Expands TTX Line with Purpose-Designed Brake Pads
Mevotech introduces its premium TTX Brakes lineup at AAPEX 2025, featuring first-to-market CeraPhite™ and SuperMet™ formulations engineered for superior performance, durability, and uptime in commercial vehicle applications.
Brembo to Launch New Severe Duty Brake Pads at AAPEX 2025
Brembo to unveil its XTRA Ceramic Severe Duty Brake Pads at AAPEX 2025, engineered for heavy-use vehicles and delivering up to 18% shorter stops and 33% less noise than OE pads.
Frasle Mobility Highlights Full Product Portfolio at AAPEX 2025
Frasle Mobility will display a comprehensive lineup of braking, suspension, and engine system solutions at AAPEX 2025, marking its first U.S. joint showcase with Dacomsa.
PureForge Launches New Reseller Program
PureForge launched a new Reseller Program to expand access to its patented ultra-durable brake systems for public safety fleets, naming Dana Safety Supply as its first authorized reseller partner across the U.S.
FleetPride and TruckPro Merge to Form Leading Heavy-Duty Aftermarket Distributor
FleetPride and TruckPro have merged to form the largest independent heavy-duty aftermarket distributor in North America, uniting over 450 locations under one network to deliver faster, smarter service.