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What are the different types of car suspensions and which one is better?

Jul 28,2022

Independent suspension and non-independent suspension

Generally speaking, according to the different structures, the suspension system of the car can be divided into two types: independent suspension and non-independent suspension.

Independent suspension

MacPherson independent suspension

MacPherson independent suspension is one of the popular independent suspensions, generally used on the front wheels of cars. Its design structure is simple, light weight, small space occupation, more convenient for the space arrangement of the engine, relatively speaking, strong shock absorption performance. At present, it is mainly used in the front suspension of family cars.

Multi-link independent suspension

Multi-link suspension is the use of various connecting rod devices to connect the wheels to the car body. At present, four to five connecting rods are commonly used. This independent suspension system also performs well in the current suspension design and, of course, costs more. The alignment of the wheels can be adjusted automatically and can be controlled.

Independent suspension

Torsion beam

Torsion beams are widely used in non-independent suspensions. From Japan's Honda Fit to Germany's Volkswagen Golf, from South Korea's Hyundai to America's Buick Yinglang, all are equipped with torsion beams. The advantages of this suspension are simple structure and small size, which is conducive to expanding the rear space of the vehicle. In addition, the cost is low, so the size is small and fixed on a lower family car.

Leaf springs

Leaf springs are an elastic element widely used in automobile suspension. It is often used in freight cars/buses with high load-carrying requirements. Its structure is very simple, that is, some elastic steel plates are superimposed and hung on the frame. It is a well-known secret that freight owners modify their cars by adding steel plates to their cars to increase their carrying capacity.

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