Future Truck Position Paper 2019-3: Recommendations Regarding Future Commercial Vehicle Braking Systems

New requirements for reduced stopping distance (RSD) and stability are prompting manufacturers to consider emerging technologies in order reduce response time in heavy-duty commercial braking systems, thereby improving overall vehicle safety and efficiency. TMC recommends accelerating research and development of future braking systems to overcome limitations of current pneumatic braking system designs, leverage emerging technologies in conjunction with those currently available in the marketplace. This position paper discusses the opportunities and potential limitations that need be addressed and provides a baseline from which research projects can be developed.

Issued: July 2019