As with windscreen wiper blades, motorists often fail to replace shock absorbers with the frequency that they should. In Europe, for example, it is thought that around one in four cars require new ...

Shock absorbers are vital components in a vehicle’s suspension system, specifically designed to reduce the bumps and jolts experienced while traversing uneven terrains or obstacles. A highly efficient ...

The “shock” is a suspension component that controls the up-and-down motion of a vehicle’s wheels. Though the devices provide some shock absorption, the job of absorbing shocks is handled mostly by the ...

At every level of racing shock tuning is becoming increasingly important. These days its the rare NASCAR Winston Cup team that doesnt have a man devoted solely to shock absorbers. Rusty Wallace once ...

In car-crafting lore, there are anywhere from one to three sealed boxes in any performance machine. One is the torque converter, another is the computer that does its electronic thing, and the third ...

According to a team of mechanical engineers from Stony Brook University, only 10-16 percent of the fuel energy is used to drive the car during everyday usage – that is, to overcome the resistance from ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The term “shock absorber” is a misnomer. Contrary to the ...

The shock absorbers of your Chevrolet Avalanche help to isolate the bed and body from the road as you drive. Without shocks or with worn-out shocks, your truck would ride as if it were a dingy in ...

Every modification in the custom car industry goes through a maturing process. The technology is refined, heavily critiqued, and maybe if the modification is lucky, the public will approve and it gets ...