Equipment Optimism growing for stronger Class 8 truck demand March 22, 2017 LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Truck and component manufacturers at the Mid-America Trucking Show indicated they are increasingly optimistic about the Class 8 truck market in 2017. Joe McAleese, chairman of Bendix,…
Ridewell offering Bendix ADB22X-LT disc brakes January 31, 2017 ELYRIA, Ohio – Ridewell Suspensions has approved the Bendix ADB22X-LT air disc brake for pairing with its axles. The brake was designed specifically for trailers, Bendix says, and will fit…
Equipment Bendix doubles manufacturing capacity at Mexico plant December 13, 2016 ELYRIA, Ohio – Bendix has doubled solenoid valve and assembled manifold manufacturing capabilities at its Acuna, Mexico manufacturing plant. The US$1.5 million investment saw a new low-flow solenoid production line…
Health & Safety Volvo demonstrates new active driver assist November 13, 2016 Company takes collision mitigation a step further with fully integrated system
Equipment Bendix extends customer support hours August 22, 2016 ELYRIA, Ohio — Bendix is extending its customer service center hours by three hours. The new hours will be from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. EST, effective today. Customer service…
Equipment Testing your faith in technology August 17, 2016 Riding in a Kenworth truck equipped with Bendix Wingman Fusion a jolting experience
Equipment Bendix recognizes nine Canadian distributors June 20, 2016 ELYRIA, Ohio — Bendix recently recognized its top-performing distributors, including nine from Canada. A total of 36 distributors earned a platinum ranking from Bendix. Canadian winners included: Brake & Clutch…
Equipment HOW TO: Maintain your truck’s compressed air systems this winter November 18, 2015 ELYRIA, Ohio – With cold weather approaching (or already arrived in some parts of North America) maintenance of compressed air systems becomes vital for fleets and owner-operators throughout Canada and…
Equipment Don’t sweat Operation Airbrake; follow these tips from Bendix September 2, 2015 ELYRIA, Ohio — The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) Operation Airbrake roadside inspection campaign runs Sept. 6-12, and Bendix has offered some tips for drivers on how to pass any…
Business Management Bendix satisfied with NHTSA’s stability mandate June 4, 2015 WASHINGTON, D.C. — Bendix has applauded the long-awaited National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) ruling that will require heavy trucks to be equipped with electronic stability control. The rule, announced…
Transportation Bendix employees help build home for trucker in need May 27, 2015 ELYRIA, Ohio – When the industry gives back to its truckers, it’s a beautiful thing. On May 22, more than 120 Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems employees rolled up their sleeves…
Business Management Class 8 truck orders to keep climbing this year: Bendix March 25, 2015 LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Strong Class 8 truck demand is expected to continue through 2015, with production climbing 15-20% over 2014’s healthy volumes. That was the rosy outlook from Joe McAleese,…
Human Resources Bendix to build new headquarters February 25, 2015 ELYRIA, Ohio — Bendix has announced the company’s growth has necessitated the construction of a new headquarters. It will be located in northeastern Ohio, within a 20-mile radius of its…
Equipment Bendix planning to expand remanufacturing operations January 26, 2015 ELYRIA, Ohio — Bendix has announced it is expanding its remanufacturing business in response to increasing demand for OE-quality remanufactured components. “Across the industry, we’re seeing a renewed focus on…
Equipment Utility Trailer makes roll stability standard December 11, 2014 CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif. — Utility Trailer has announced it is the first manufacturer to make roll stability a standard spec’ on refrigerated trailers. The company has standardized roll stability…
