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Anti-rollover technology applies the brakes more quickly than the driver can react.

Using electronic signals instead of compressed air to actuate heavy truck brakes opens a realm of new possibilities. Electronically controlled brake systems (ECBS), commonly referred to as "brake by wire," promise far greater control and modulation of braking at individual wheels, some vehicle engineers say.

American Trucking Associations selected 13 drivers to represent the industry as safety ambassadors and role models on the 2003 America's Road Team.

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In what could be an important sign for the ailing U.S. economy, news services reported Friday that the University of Michigan's closely watched index of consumer confidence rose to to 83.2 for April from 77.6 in March.

The United States' success in the Iraq war was a positive step for the U.S. economy and the trucking industry, but may not provide the instant economic boost some are expecting, American Trucking Associations' Chief Economist Bob Costello said April 9.

Retail sales in the United States rose 2.1% during March, the Commerce Department said Friday.

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The design of disc brakes has undergone a metamorphosis in recent years, thanks to a strong effort in Europe to make discs standard on heavy trucks. The product is far better than it used to be, say brake manufacturers.

A survey of chief executives by the Business Roundtable showed that most of America's business leaders believe that economic conditions over the next six months will be weak.