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Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC
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Don’t sweat Operation Airbrake; follow these tips from Bendix
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 inspections with flying colours. Preparation: Pre-trip knowledge, maintenance, and inspection…
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Bendix satisfied with NHTSA’s stability mandate
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 yesterday, will affect all Class 7 and 8 trucks with…
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Bendix employees help build home for trucker in need
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 to help build the walls of a house for a…
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Class 8 truck orders to keep climbing this year: Bendix
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, chairman, president and CEO of Bendix. However, he also predicted…
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Bendix to build new headquarters
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 current home in Elyria, the company announced. A groundbreaking ceremony…
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Bendix planning to expand remanufacturing operations
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 remanufacturing as more fleets, technicians, and drivers discover the benefits…
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Utility Trailer makes roll stability standard
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 protection from Bendix on its 3000R base model refrigerated trailer.…
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Bendix enhances safety technologies
ELYRIA, Ohio — Bendix has announced it will be launching its next generation of safety systems, which among other things will allow commercial vehicles to brake for stationary objects. Other advancements include better integration and upgraded components, as well as…
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Peterbilt adds TPMS option
DENTON, Texas — Peterbilt has announced the Bendix SmartTire tire pressure monitoring system is now available on its Models 579 and 567. The system monitors tire pressures and temperatures and warns drivers in real-time when problems arise. Keeping pressures properly…
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Don’t get parked for brake-related defects during Roadcheck
ELYRIA, Ohio — The North America-wide Roadcheck enforcement blitz will be held this week and with that in mind, Bendix is offering tips on how to pass roadside inspections. It’s expected tens of thousands of trucks will be inspected during…
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Bendix gives tire care suggestions in light of upcoming Tire Safety Week
ELYRIA, Ohio – In honour of Tire Safety Week, which begins on June 1, Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems released a list of suggestions to stress the importance of tire care in commercial vehicle highway safety. “The importance of proper tire…
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Eleven Canadian companies honoured with 2014 Bendix platinum ranking
ELYRIA, OH — Bendix Commericial Vehicle Systems LLC are again recognizing channel partners in its Premier Distributor Program (PDP) that have provided excellent performance for fleet customers across North America. This year, Bendix recognized 43 companies earning the program’s highest…
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Bendix begins building management team for new facility
ELYRIA, Ohio — Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake announced the appointment of two key leadership team members at thei…
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Bendix headlines safety demonstration for insurance providers
ELYRIA, Ohio — Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems and Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake continued to do their part to …
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New plant manager rolls into Bendixs Bowling Green facility
ELYRIA, Ohio — Michael Paul has been appointed plant manager for Bendix Spicer Foundation Brakes new wheel-end ma…
