Automatic brakes that sense an imminent crash and activate an emergency stop have been endorsed in all new cars from 2020. Are motorcycles next? The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe says ...

Common brake defects included having 20% or more of the brakes on the truck stroking beyond their adjustment limit and contaminated brake linings. Commercial vehicle inspectors put 570 commercial ...

While there is still some braking capability left at the end of the legal stroke length, it’s outside the safety margin built into CVSA brake-stroke measurements. Brake safety is a big deal and always ...

Meritor Q Plus cam brakes are designed to reduce brake system maintenance costs and downtime. They feature linings with extra thickness at the maximum wear point, improved camshaft bushing material ...

While automatic brake adjusters don’t need a lot of attention, they are far from “set it and forget it.” Like their manual counterparts, periodic inspection and lubrication are critical to optimal ...

Meritor has named Joe Plomin vice president, global brakes, commercial truck, effective 1 June, heading the company’s Americas and European brake business. He will also provide strategic direction for ...