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    |Date: February 20, 2026
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    Why shock absorber replacement needs expertise

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    German aftermarket supplier Meyle outlines the importance of technical expertise in replacing shock absorbers, as well as providing some EV specific tips.  Shock absorbers are a safety component insta ...

    February 20, 2026
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    |Date: February 19, 2026
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    Arnott explains the features of coil and air suspension 

    Experts in all things suspension-related, Arnott walks readers of PMM through the various features of coi ...

    Experts in all things suspension-related, Arnott walks readers of PMM through the various features of coil and air suspension systems.  A suspension system plays a crucial role in how a car feels, han ...

    February 19, 2026
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    |Date: February 18, 2026
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    Febi’s tour on the evolution of suspension

    Febi takes on a tour through the evolution of suspension and the role it now plays in the modern vehicle. ...

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    February 18, 2026
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  • How air suspension systems can go wrong

    |Date: December 09, 2025
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    How air suspension systems can go wrong

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    September 23, 2025
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  • How the air suspension system works

    |Date: July 31, 2025
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    How the air suspension system works

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    In this guide, Arnott Suspension explores the key components of an air suspension system and how they work together to deliver a comfortable driving experience. Air suspension systems have been the en ...

    July 31, 2025
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    July 23, 2025
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    |Date: July 11, 2025
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    Arnott Suspension is arguing that when it comes to suspension, you need to choose wisely. Not all parts a ...

    Arnott Suspension is arguing that when it comes to suspension, you need to choose wisely. Not all parts are created with the same research, standards, and quality when it comes to suspension. Vehicle ...

    July 11, 2025
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    Comline is arguing that the ongoing pothole “crisis” is highlighting the urgent need for robust steering and suspension systems. Comline, a leading British distributor of suspension systems, has welco ...

    July 10, 2025
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    July 09, 2025
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    |Date: June 23, 2025
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    Bilstein offers OE replacement suspension systems including for electric cars and hybrid vehicles. Even if the mobility transition is only making slow progress, some of the electric models have alread ...

    June 23, 2025
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    |Date: June 12, 2025
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    Will our herculean problem-solver Ben Johnson ever reach the Elysium of original equipment and willing cu ...

    Will our herculean problem-solver Ben Johnson ever reach the Elysium of original equipment and willing customers? First, he must undergo the twelve labours of penny-pinching customers, aftermarket par ...

    June 12, 2025
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  • How to calibrate air suspension

    |Date: September 30, 2024
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    Delphi has supplied this step-by-step guide on calibrating air suspension courtesy of its Masters of Motion hub for independent garage technicians. Air suspension brings many benefits for drivers and ...

    September 30, 2024
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    |Date: November 29, 2023
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    Arnott explains adaptive ride control systems

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    Suspension specialist Arnott explains how adaptive damping systems operate, providing a better understanding of how this suspension technology works. As the automotive industry continues to enhance dr ...

    November 29, 2023
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    |Date: October 25, 2023
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    October 25, 2023
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