It is said that the leaf-spring suspension is the oldest suspension used for automobiles. The leaf-spring system was used more recently in '70s production cars, some of which are still in service ...
My 1969 Dodge Charger has been my trusted warhorse for a long time now as a daily driver here in the hills of Northeastern Pennsylvania. It’s a far cry from a nimble canyon carver, but I’ve done ...
In 2025, BAIC Foton Motor Co., Ltd. announced that it has obtained a patent titled "Leaf Springs, Suspension Systems, and Vehicles," with authorization announcement number CN223407750U. The patent ...
Is it too late in the year to blame COVID-19 for an issue we've had? We hope not, 'cause that's out firm plan at this point. The reason we won't show you what we've done on the front our third-gen (it ...
Not only did the 2023 Toyota Tundra drop the V-8 engine from its lineup, but it also switched from a leaf-spring rear suspension to a coil-spring setup. Toyota is only the second major truck ...
For the most part, every new, super-exclusive, track-friendly supercar comes with some sort of carbon fiber, pushrod rear suspension. It’s lightweight, it’s complex, and it’s on display under the rear ...
While there's no denying that having a rear shock can improve some aspects of the mountain biking experience, it does add weight and complexity. The Rampage Innova cross-country bike offers an ...
Isuzu Ute Australia says there have so far been four reported cases of faulty leaf springs showing “symptoms” of a defect that could lead to a fracture and collapse of the rear suspension. However, no ...