Torsion beam suspensions aren't like race car versions, extracting every ounce of speed within the limits of drivability. Their aims, and costs, are different.

The terms "shock" and "strut" are often colloquially used to refer to the same part, perhaps because they both operate within a car's suspension apparatus. Structurally, however, they are distinctly ...

Take the guesswork out of MTB suspension tuning, get your MTB suspension feeling right the first time, and dial in your rear ...

Colin Furze used to be a plumber, but really found his calling building wacky contraptions, like a homemade hoverbike, a ...

Air suspensions cushion the ride for drivers, vehicles and loads. Among their components are the springs themselves and shock absorbers, which help control the movement of the bags and the rest of the ...

Spring and shock technology is moving forward at a staggering rate and Chris King of Viking Performance gets us up to speed. Road racers talk about camber gain, roll center, and Ackerman. Drag racers ...

Your engine can easily run past 200,000 miles if you keep up with oil changes and basic maintenance, but key suspension parts ...

CARS.COM — Your car’s struts are a vital part of its suspension system. They are structural in nature, and they are mounted to the top of the car’s chassis. Struts come down through the chassis and ...

We earn commissions from purchases you make using links in our articles. Learn more. Your guide to some of the best coilover suspensions and some to avoid. Coilover suspensions are just about the only ...

Your car's suspension is subjective. It's also a whole lot of sorcery. Combine those two things and you've got something that nobody can agree upon and that hardly anybody understands. At the heart of ...

The nature of hot rodders has always been to try to improve the performance of virtually every aspect of the automobile. Often those improvements in performance have been the result of utilizing parts ...

Worn-out shocks and struts are issues that you should never ignore. Here's what can happen to your car if you fail to address the problem.