Every diesel truck owner wants an engine brake on their rig. That is if they don’t already have one. They help slow your pickup without cooking the brakes. But how do they work? And why don’t pickup ...

Fleet managers should have a good understanding of engine brakes and how they are properly used. How often do you hear drivers complaining about weak engine brakes? Some drivers will say the engine ...

Among the many characteristics that differentiate diesel and gasoline engines, a diesel's lack of engine braking is probably the least pronounced-yet one of the most significant. While diesels are ...

If you have ever pulled a heavy load to the top of a mountain, then you know what it's like trying to maintain control of your speed while going downhill. The weight pushes your rig faster and faster ...

Squeaky brakes are a serious automotive annoyance. But are squeaking brakes dangerous? How much does it cost to fix them? We’ve got your answers right here. What causes brakes to squeak? Don’t expect ...

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 brake ...

If you are tired of eating up front disc brakes and having to lay on the brake pedal longer than you’d like when your late-model GM HD pickup is towing a big gooseneck or heavy tow-behind trailer, we ...