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Disc Brakes in North America - The First Time Around


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When B.F. Goodrich introduced disc brakes to the North American heavy truck market in 1978, weight sensitive haulers welcomed the weight savings over conventional drum brakes. However, shorter than expected brake pad life dampened customer's initial encounter with the new technology.

Of course today, proven in Europe, disc brakes are accepted as the best braking technology.

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