Cummins investing $190m in braking and axle production

Cummins Drivetrain and Braking Systems (CDBS), part of Cummins Inc.’s Components segment, is investing over $190 million to expand production capacity for air disc brakes (ADBs) and rear axles.

According to Cummins, this investment will meet the increasing demand for advanced braking and axle solutions in the commercial vehicle sector.

The company says its investments in increasing ADB production capacity will enable it to meet the accelerating customer demand and further solidify its position as a leader in the ADB market. Cummins’ extensive portfolio of ADBs includes single and dual piston offerings and are compatible with a wide range of commercial vehicle applications.

As one of the world’s largest manufacturers of heavy-duty truck axles, Cummins offers an extensive axle portfolio, including front-drive and non-drive axles, as well as single, tandem, and tridem rear-drive axles.

Ken Hogan, vice president and general manager, Cummins Drivetrain and Braking Systems said: “Over the last decade, Cummins Drivetrain and Braking Systems has invested significant capital to increase rear axle production capacity in North America by 30 per cent across our plants in the United States and Mexico.

“Due to continued increased demand for our products and the upcoming large pre-buy markets in 2025 and 2026, we are investing to add additional capacity in our rear axle network by 2026.”