The following was published in CCJ's Air Brake Book, 11th edition, sponsored by SilverbackHD. CCJ's Air Brake Book is a complementary industry resource, courtesy of our partnership with SilverbackHD, ...

Brake lag or delayed braking is best described as the time it takes for the brakes to bite after stepping on the brake pedal. Brake lag is most common in trucks, buses, and other large vehicles with ...

Ford is recalling nearly 115,000 Escape and Bronco Sport SUVs because a government safety audit uncovered an issue with how their brakes might perform in an emergency. The audit found that if the ...

The problem: An improperly manufactured brake-pedal assembly may allow the pedal to slide side to side. That could prevent the driver from applying the brakes when they intend, or let the driver ...

2024 and 2025 Toyota Tacoma 4WD pickups equipped with 16-inch brakes and 17-inch wheels can develop leaks in the rear brake hoses. Abrasion from accumulated mud and dirt is the root cause. Toyota says ...

Ford’s ugly recall streak continues into the second half of 2025, with the automaker issuing a fresh recall that affects more than 312,000 vehicles due to a potentially serious brake issue. Affected ...