Commercial vehicles are on the road every day under demanding conditions. Brake components must function reliably, last as long as possible, and reach their full performance quickly after replacement. With new disc brake pads for trucks, truck trailers, and buses, Bosch is expanding its commercial vehicle program with a solution that combines stable braking performance, cost-effectiveness, and workshop-friendliness. By the end of 2026, Bosch will double the range of the new product line, thereby covering around 90 percent of the commercial vehicle fleet in Europe. This will enable workshops to source suitable Bosch solution for a majority of common vehicles.
Balanced for the high demands of everyday transport
The new Bosch disc brake pads for commercial vehicles are designed to offer a particularly balanced ratio between a stable friction coefficient, comfort, and wear characteristics. The vehicle owner benefits from consistently stable braking performance, even under heavy use.
Longer service life of the brake disc and short break-in period
The new brake pads are delivered with a specially roughened surface coating. This allows them to grip the brake disc better from the start, shortening the break-in period and enabling them to reach their full braking power much more quickly.
Tested beyond legal requirements
To ensure high quality standards, Bosch tests the brake pads in accordance with ISO 26865 and ISO 26866 standards, in addition to the legal requirements. These voluntary tests evaluate factors such as break-in and wear behavior, heat sensitivity, and simulations of downhill driving. For example, the wear behavior test according to ISO 26866 showed that Bosch brake pads can reduce brake disc wear by up to 25 percent* compared to the corresponding original equipment brake pads. This significantly contributes to extending the service life of this valuable spare part. For simple and quick installation, the necessary accessories are already included with the new brake pads.
The new program will initially be introduced in Germany, Poland, France, and Turkey; other European countries will follow in stages.
