Ever had this happen? You're flat-towing your 4x4 through the mountains and there's a particularly long downgrade up ahead. Maybe your brakes are already a little hot, the pedal is a bit spongy, and ...

Pacbrake has introduced a new version of its engine exhaust brake — one controlled by a special microprocessor — for use on Class 6-8 trucks to help reduce noise. Called the MCXB, this new exhaust ...

Power is both the blessing and the curse of diesel engines, which is where retarders, more commonly known as engine brakes, come into play. Pacbrake explains that since diesel engines lack a retarding ...

The PRXB, Pacbrake’s new exhaust brake, can be mated with Hino proprietary diesels as well as Cummins ISC/ISL/ISB, Cat C-7 3116/3126/3126B/3126E, and Navistar DT466 ...

Modern technology has benefited the automobile in more ways than you could count on an Excel spreadsheet. Specifically, heavy duty vehicles have benefited greatly in terms of fuel economy and overall ...

Brake dust is composed of iron particles, which studies have shown are harmful to human health. pdsci/ Shutterstock Composed of iron particles, brake dust is caused by friction between the iron brake ...

A study by the University of Southampton has found microscopic particles emitted from certain types of commonly fitted brake pads can be more toxic than those found in diesel vehicle exhaust. The ...

Meet the Chevrolet Silverado High Desert concept that just rolled into the 2014 SEMA show, complete with unique colors, larger tires, a performance exhaust system and upgraded brakes. In other words, ...