However, conventional wisdom has it that for performance cars a double wishbone set up is a better solution so why have so many manufacturers of sporting machinery kept the faith with the MacPherson ...

Different types of cars have different types of suspensions. Most car owners have heard the term “strut,” but may not be clear as to what exactly the struts on a vehicle are or what they do. Most ...

The old ‘bounce test’ for testing shock absorbers doesn’t apply to struts-a severely worn strut will pass that test with flying colors. Instead, you have to rely on physical inspection and a road test ...

Perhaps you're on your way to buy a new car, and you may not know it yet, but a suspension is just as important as other key components, such as the engine, powertrain, and braking system. Top ...

On most classic Ford cars, the front strut rod positively locates the lower control arms. In addition to keeping the lower arm in place during vehicle movement, it also provides for adjustment of ...

Double wishbones and MacPherson struts are among the most common suspension systems found in modern cars. Engineers design and develop the suspension to isolate the cabin from bumps while providing ...

There are a lot of accepted truths in the automotive world. One is that where performance is concerned, double-wishbone suspension is superior. Most race cars use double wishbones and a lot of the ...

These boot lid struts are usually relatively easy to replace by yourself, often just needing a screwdriver to prise the old struts away from a small ball socket. However you will need an extra pair of ...