ZF Expands Off-Highway Braking Portfolio With Five Products
ZF has unveiled five new braking and control technologies for off-highway vehicles, targeting electrification and autonomous machine platforms under its EASE design philosophy.
Category Commercial Vehicles
Bendix Sealed Spring Brake Now Available on Kenworth Trucks
Bendix EnduraSure-Pro sealed spring brake for air disc brakes is now factory-available on all Kenworth medium- and heavy-duty trucks, delivering up to five times longer power spring life.
Bendix Launches 2026 Commercial Vehicle Training Schedule
Bendix expands its 2026 technical training schedule with 23 in-person brake and safety technology classes across 11 states, plus two virtual sessions for commercial vehicle technicians.
Knorr-Bremse Achieves Higher Profit and Profitability in 2025
Knorr-Bremse achieved 2025 guidance with operating EBIT over €1 billion at 13% margin, €7.817 billion revenues and record €790 million free cash flow. The braking systems leader advances BOOST strategy for sustained growth in rail and commercial vehicle markets.
Volkswagen ADAS Prevents Accidents for 45% UK Van Drivers
Volkswagen research shows ADAS prevented accidents for 45% of UK van drivers in 2025. The new Transporter achieved a five-star Euro NCAP rating thanks to advanced safety technologies like autonomous emergency braking.
PureForge Adds Guardian Fleet Safety to Reseller Network
PureForge expands its reseller program with Guardian Fleet Safety, bringing high-performance brake systems to Midwest public safety fleets through integrated upfitting channels.
Knorr-Bremse Partners With AWS for AI Transformation
Knorr-Bremse partners with AWS to drive AI transformation across manufacturing operations, targeting productivity gains and workforce modernization through cloud-based AI infrastructure.
Knorr-Bremse Invests €200 Million in Chennai Campus
Knorr-Bremse is investing up to €200 million in a modular campus in Chennai, India, integrating braking component production, rail entrance systems, and AI operations with capacity for 3,500 employees.
Ferodo Premier Copper-Free Pads Target CV Fleets
DRiV expands Ferodo Premier copper-free brake pads to commercial vehicles, combining zero-copper friction materials with a high-performance red coating for faster bedding-in and reduced fleet costs.
Hyundai, Kia Develop UWB-Based Driver Safety System
Hyundai and Kia's Vision Pulse uses ultra-wide band signals to detect obstacles with 10-centimeter accuracy across 100 meters, achieving over 99 percent detection in adverse conditions.
China Expands AEB Mandate to Light Commercial Vehicles
China mandates AEB systems on light commercial vehicles by 2028, expanding coverage 30% and requiring detection of pedestrians, cyclists, and scooters for the first time.
Cummins Announces 2026 Meritor Brake Training Schedule
Cummins has announced its 2026 Meritor brake training schedule, offering 23 free sessions at 29 North American locations covering cam and air disc brake maintenance and diagnostics.
Knorr-Bremse Launches Green Tech Award for Startups
Knorr-Bremse launches Circular Technology Award offering €25,000 prizes and €150,000 proof-of-concept funding for startups developing automated disassembly and raw materials recovery solutions using AI and robotics.
Marathon Brake Systems Partners With N.A. Williams Agency
Marathon Brake Systems has added N.A. Williams to its North American aftermarket sales team, expanding coverage for its heavy-duty friction products, air disc brake components, and shock absorbers.
Hendrickson Displays Brake and Suspension Parts at HDAW 2026
Hendrickson showcases brake drums, automatic adjusters, suspension components, and fleet support tools at HDAW 2026 Booth #1523 in Grapevine, Texas, January 19–22.
Cummins Launches Universal-Fit MFLEX4 Air Disc Brake Pad
Cummins introduces the Meritor MFLEX4 air disc brake pad, a universal-fit aftermarket solution compatible with four major caliper platforms and covering an estimated 70% of the Class 8 market.
TERREPOWER Grows Heavy-Duty Portfolio With 168 SKUs
TERREPOWER adds 168 new heavy-duty SKUs for 2026, including brake calipers and expanded brake system coverage, while debuting an air disc brake training system at HDAW.
Knorr-Bremse Expands Digital Aftermarket Ecosystem for Trucks
Knorr-Bremse launches its TruckServices Ecosystem, a four-component digital platform integrating diagnostics, booking management, benchmarking, and road services to improve commercial vehicle aftermarket efficiency.
Scania L-Series Earns Five-Star Euro NCAP Truck Rating
Scania's L-series electric refuse truck earned a five-star Euro NCAP rating with 92% in Collision Avoidance, while Volvo maintained its industry-leading safety portfolio across all models.
ZF Scan Diagnostic Tool Debuts at HDAW 2026
ZF Aftermarket launched ZF Scan at HDAW 2026, a diagnostic platform consolidating WABCO TOOLBOX PLUS and ZF Testman into one tool for commercial vehicle braking, transmission, and ADAS systems.