Heavy Truck Braking System and Braking Techniques Heavy Truck Braking System and Braking Techniques

The single most important component in any vehicle is the braking system, especially on heavy trucks. The tractor portion of a tractor-semi trailer rig may have ten or more valves controlling the air flow to the brakes. This program reviews the types of braking systems found on large trucks versus cars and illustrates the importance of properly maintaining the braking system.

The single most important component in any vehicle is the braking system, especially on heavy trucks. The tractor portion of a tractor-semi trailer rig may have ten or more valves controlling the air flow to the brakes. This program reviews the types of braking systems found on large trucks versus cars and illustrates the importance of properly maintaining the braking system.