NASHVILLE, Tenn. — TMD Friction has rolled out a new program it says will help fleets reduce brake reline costs. The Textar Fleet Assistance Program provides a direct line of communication to TMD ...

Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake (BSFB) is adding warning labels within wheel-ends to help educate the industry on crucial performance issues related to relining. “This Bendix brake is designed to meet ...

On August 1, 2011 a new air brake standard for three-axle tractors with Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWRs) up to 59,600 lbs. took effect. This rule applies to tractors invoiced after August 1, 2011.

The new federal mandate requiring shorter stopping distances dictates more brake torque for the front axle of trucks and tractors. The regulation can be accommodated by bigger drums, but it may ...

Time to get hands-on with some old iron! In this video, I dive into clutch repair and brake relining on my vintage Caterpillar D4 dozer. Keeping these classics running takes some serious wrench ...