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Why do most heavy trucks use a dual air brake system?

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  1. To stop twice as fast
  2. To power the air horn
  3. For safety, with 2 separate systems

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  1. California Commercial Driver Handbook (DMV) www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/file/california-commercial-driver-handbook-pdf Checked 2026-10-10.

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