Air Disc Brakes Lead Technology Strategy as Installations Near the 2-in-every-5 Vehicles Threshold due to a Hybrid Brake Configuration Approach
The class 4-8 truck brakes aftermarket in North America is mature, and the well-established participants have built solid relationships across all distribution channels. Nonetheless, the aftermarket is facing strong pricing pressure because of product commoditization; product differentiation is relatively low. In addition, fleets are highly price sensitive, which creates opportunities for brand substitutions and imported, low-cost brake components that threaten well-established market participants’ offerings.
Pneumatic brake drums will witness a decline during the forecast period due to increasing use of pneumatic disc brakes, which offer enhanced performance and are cost effectiveness, in the front axle. However, pneumatic drum brakes will remain the standard choice in HD trucks during the forecast period. Hydraulic brake rotors are the standard option on class 4-6 trucks; they will remain the dominate choice over declining hydraulic brake drum technology.
Research Scope
This research service on the class 4-8 truck brakes aftermarket in North America forecasts market size from 2022 to 2028 using a base year is 2021. The study analyzes key medium- and heavy-duty (MD/HD) truck hydraulic and pneumatic brake components, including drums, shoes, slack adjusters, rotors, calipers, and pads. Market forecasts are derived from miles driven, usage patterns, installation rates, replacement rates, and total vehicles in operation (VIO). This analysis covers the different brake components by unit shipment, revenue, distribution channel, and price. An examination of the competitive environment for each brake component is included, and the top competitors are profiled.
Key Issues Addressed
- What is the replacement rate across all brake product categories for class 4-8 trucks?
- What are the aftermarket size and revenue for class 4-8 trucks?
- What are the outlook and pricing trends for the class 4-8 truck brakes aftermarket during the forecast period?
- What are the market trends and challenges for the class 4-8 truck brakes aftermarket?
- What are the current and future strategies that will foster growth for participants in the class 4-8 truck brakes aftermarket?
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Companies Mentioned (Partial List)
A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:
- Accuride International
- Bendix Corporation
- DRiV Incorporated
- First Brands Group, LLC
- Meritor, Inc.
- Webb Wheel Products, Inc.
