Steering & Suspension functions and features
When people think of automobile performance, they normally think of horsepower, torque and zero-to-60 acceleration. But all of the power generated by a piston engine is useless if the driver can’t control the car. That’s why automobile engineers turned their attention to the suspension system almost as soon as they had mastered the four-stroke internal combustion engine.
The job of a car suspension is to maximize the friction between the tires and the road surface, to provide steering stability with good handling and to ensure the comfort of the passengers. In this article, we’ll explore how car suspensions work, how they’ve evolved over the years and where the design of suspensions is headed in the future.
Car Suspension Parts understanding the design makes it easier to manage
The suspension of a car is actually part of the chassis, which comprises all of the important systems located beneath the car’s body. These systems include:
- the frame – structural, load-carrying component that supports the car’s engine and body, which are in turn supported by the suspension
- the suspension system – setup that supports weight, absorbs and dampens shock and helps maintain tire contact
- the steering system – mechanism that enables the driver to guide and direct the vehicle
- the tires and wheels – components that make vehicle motion possible by way of grip and/or friction with the road
So the suspension is just one of the major systems in any vehicle.
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Steering & Suspension why is it important to monitor their condition
Suspension or steering malfunctions of a car can appear gradually, over time, or they can catch you off guard. How do you know if something is wrong with the suspension? The car starts to pull to the side, it sways, vibrates when turning and braking. Another sign of a car suspension malfunction is abnormally fast tire wear. What exactly is the matter will become clear after a detailed inspection of the car at a service station.
A suspension failure and, of course, a steering failure critically affects the controllability and stability of the car and, as a result, driving safety. Therefore, it is very important to maintain both systems of the car in good condition in order to protect yourself, your passengers and others.
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