Haldex and Master Sistemas Automotivos Limitada, have signed a long term collaboration agreement in which the companies undertake to cooperate in the manufacturing, sales and technical support of commercial vehicle trailer anti-lock systems for pneumatic brakes (Trailer ABS) for the Brazilian market.
In Brazil a new legislation will be introduced starting 2013 requiring all new trailers to be 100% equipped with ABS systems by 2014. The annual trailer production volume in Brazil amounts to 60,000 vehicles.

By sharing Haldex premium ABS products and Master’s premium product line, highly recognized customer service and training network, the partnership illustrates the desires of both companies to offer the customers the highest quality and excellence in customer service.

“This agreement creates a platform for accelerated growth on the Brazilian Trailer market, meeting the upcoming demands due to the new legislation", Jay C. Longbottom, EVP Air Controls Business Unit, says. “Our...