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 ...

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 ...

While cars and trucks certainly have made strides in design and engineering, the shock absorber is one part that really hasn’t changed too much over the years. Many production cars still rely on them, ...

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 ...

Shock absorbers have been around in one form or another since the early 1900s, but those drivers wouldn’t recognize the sophisticated dampers used on street or off-road vehicles today. A shock ...