Safety is a key concern in the trucking industry. This is because incidents or accidents involving medium or heavy-duty trucks can easily lead to fatalities and extensive damage to property. A reliable braking system can protect your truck, the driver, cargo and pedestrians.

A high-quality brake system can also improve your driver’s confidence on the road. It assists your driver when performing critical driving maneuvers and navigating difficult terrains. Quality brakes also improve the truck’s stability in challenging weather conditions. With the backing of a formidable braking system, your trucks can …

Trucks and buses are designed to operate in the most stringent regimes of road transport. The engines need to maintain optimal performance over long distances. In the heavy vehicle industry, increased profitability is directly dependent on the truck’s lifespan and fuel economy. Innovations that can help truckers meet these targets are highly valued.

Diesel trucks rely heavily on quality filtration solutions for efficient operations. Diesel fuel quality is not homogenous all over the world. The presence of impurities and water particles in diesel is often out of the truck operator’s control.

Since quality control …

The drivetrain is a collective term for all the components that transmit power to the driving wheels of a vehicle. These include differentials, axle and wheel bearings, driveshafts, gaskets and a range of sealing systems. Your vehicle’s drivetrain components vary based on the type of transmission and wheel configuration you have.

The operational costs involved in the trucking industry is mostly influenced by service and repairs. After safety it is all about keeping the costs low. In order to keep your costs low, it is well advised to invest …

The success of innovation in the heavy vehicle industry is determined by how they improve the vehicles safety and fuel efficiency. These two pillars of the truck and bus industry are vital for profitability and the quality of service delivery.

WABCO is well known for producing robust OEM and aftermarket parts for European trucks. For more than a century, WABCO’s innovations have enabled truck manufacturers to improve their heavy vehicle designs continuously. WABCO’s products have facilitated the development of faster, safer and more economic trucks and buses for decades.

 
Origins of WABCO
WABCO’s dedication to the improvement of safety in the transport industry …

The performance and efficiency of modern trucks and buses have improved significantly over the last two decades. This is mainly due to the advancement in the electrical technology solutions available in the heavy vehicle industry.

These electrical solutions range from essential air conditioning to the intricate networks of sensors that support autonomous driving solutions. The electric solutions are famed for revolutionizing driver comfort, improving vehicle performance and raising the safety standards of heavy vehicles globally. This article focuses on some of the solutions offered by Hella Electrics.

 
An Overview of Hella
Hella GmbH & Co. KGaA is one of the leading providers of …

The driveshaft is a key component of a vehicle’s drive train which couples its engine and wheels. The driveshaft is the main link between your transmission system and the drive axle. It works by transmitting torque and rotation from the transmission system to the drive axle and wheels.

Driveshafts vary in length and strength depending on their applications. They are also known as Cardan shafts, propeller shafts or tail shafts. Other components of a vehicle’s drive train include the UuniversalJoints, CV joints, Differentials and Axle shafts.
How DANA Founders Revolutionized The Driveshaft
DANA attributes its existence to the development made by the company’s …

The landscape and infrastructure network in Australia has supported the growth of the truck and bus industry. Long stretches between major cities and the efficient road system are excellent for long-hauliers.

The growth of the heavy vehicle industry has also increased the demand for efficient support systems and technologies. SKF is one of the leading companies that produce world-class aftermarket parts for European Trucks like DAF, IVECO, MAN and many more. This article sheds some light on the SKF Wheel End solutions for trucks and buses.
What is SKF?
SKF stands for the ‘Svenska Kullagerfabriken’ which can be translated …

JOST produces high quality aftermarket parts for trucks, and they are among the most respected brands for truck couplings in Australia. Jost is known for innovative design, technical expertise, quality, and unmatched reliability. Below are some of the prominent JOST truck and trailer applications.

 
Fifth Wheels
One of the most critical aftermarket parts for European Trucks like DAF, IVECO, MAN and Volvo is a fifth wheel. These fifth wheels do a significant job maintaining a robust, physical connection between the trailer and the towing truck.

Due to the nature of their job, they typically endure enormous shock …

SACHS is a German vehicle components manufacturer founded by Ernst Sachs in 1894. With more than a hundred years of experience in the industry, SACHS has established itself as a market leader in the manufacture of new and high-quality aftermarket parts for European trucks and Asian Japanese trucks. More than 10 million new vehicles are fitted with SACHS shock absorbers and dampers each year.
SACHS Clutches
A clutch is a mechanical device used in motorised machinery to engage and disengage power transmission. The clutch usually connects and disconnects a driving shaft to …

Kongsberg is a global leader in the truck and bus industry with a strong history of more than 60 years of ground-breaking developments. The company, which started out in the defence and weaponry industry in Norway, began manufacturing brakes and shafts for Volvo truck in the late 1950s.

Building on its strengths, the company now generates 75% of its revenue from the manufacture of original equipment (OE) for vehicles. Kongsberg has built its reputation on reliable and quality products by providing parts for Volvo, Mercedes and Scania trucks and buses. The company also provides OEM and …