Modern diesel engines perform exceptionally well at 1,100 to 1,200 rpm. They deliver peak torque just a few hundred rpm above idle, and peak horsepower somewhere around 1,500 or 1,600 rpm. But what ...

Power is both the blessing and the curse of diesel engines, which is where retarders, more commonly known as engine brakes, come into play. Pacbrake explains that since diesel engines lack a retarding ...

Master your brakes and clutches by following our complete guide! Get to know the numerous types, wear tips, service tips and ...

Did you know that when you’re doing an engine overhaul, you also should take the time to tune up the engine brake? Too often, the fleet or repair shop gets wrapped up in the engine overhaul and does ...

We've done a lot of brake installation stories showing how to get bigger and better brakes. Unfortunately we tend to forget at times that even with the latest high-dollar brake systems, if you don't ...