Bendix Intellipark® is now a factory option on all Peterbilt trucks. The system features rollaway mitigation, ergonomic electronic switches, and data capabilities to enhance safety and fleet efficiency.
Brakes India acquires a 10 percent stake in Japan’s TBK Co, establishing a strategic alliance to expand commercial vehicle braking portfolios and access new global export markets.
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.
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.
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.
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 with January 12 deadline. The Mainz conference covers braking systems, materials, simulation, and sustainability topics.
Lumag expands friction materials distribution to Morocco, Algeria, and Georgia while preparing for Automechanika Dubai 2025, reinforcing its European manufacturing capabilities.
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.
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 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 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 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.
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 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’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 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 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 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 will display a comprehensive lineup of braking, suspension, and engine system solutions at AAPEX 2025, marking its first U.S. joint showcase with Dacomsa.