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When you think about your vehicle’s safety features, your mind probably goes straight to anti-lock brakes, airbags, or traction control. But there’s one critical component that often gets overlooked—your parking brake lever. Whether you drive a heavy-duty work truck, a classic car, or an everyday commuter, the parking brake lever plays a vital role in keeping your vehicle safe and secure. What Does the Parking Brake Lever Do? Also known as the emergency brake or handbrake lever …

If you own or maintain a Chevrolet Kodiak or GMC TopKick, you already know these medium-duty workhorses are built to last. From construction sites to cross-country hauls, they’ve been trusted for decades to handle the toughest jobs. But as these trucks age, finding reliable replacement parts—especially parking brake cables—has become increasingly difficult. OEM No Longer Available? We’ve Got You Covered The unfortunate truth is that many original equipment manufacturers ( …