Tenneco Launching New Ride Control Line for Foreign-Nameplate Vehicles
Tenneco Inc. has introduced an extensive line of advanced-technology replacement shock absorbers and struts engineered specifically for foreign-nameplate vehicles. New Monroe OESpectrum shocks and struts, featuring the company’s latest global original equipment valving technologies, will be available through Monroe distributors and service providers in early 2011.
‘Dial In’ Your Performance Suspension this Fall with Bonus Offer from Rancho
Ready to dial in your performance suspension accessories this fall? There’s just no better time, thanks to the special “All Dialed In” bonus offer from Rancho that gives consumers a free Rancho MyRIDE wireless control tuning system for qualifying shock purchases.
Nivomat Shock Absorbers: Self-Leveling Monotube Ride Control Units
The Nivomat Shock Absorber is a self-leveling monotube shock absorber developed by Sachs. Nivomat shocks are used by Chrysler, Ford, General Motors, Jaguar, Kia, Mitsubishi, Saab, Volvo and other OEMs. The system is also available on the GM Suburban and Tahoe as part of ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Suspension. Replacement units are available from Monroe, ZF Sachs and OES suppliers.
Tech Feature: Air Springs and Suspensions
Passenger car air helper springs have been around since the early fifties. Fifty years ago (1958 model year), GM introduced air suspension as an option for all of its passenger cars. It featured a single cylinder belt driven compressor from Bendix Westinghouse. Goodyear supplied its rolling lobe and sleeve type Super-Cushion air springs. The option lasted for two model years. In the late 1960s, Mercedes Benz applied air suspension to their SL sedans and limousines. Air springs returned in ….
Air Springs and Suspensions
ed air suspension to their SL sedans and limousines. Air springs returned in 1974 for the rear suspension of the new GMC Motor Home RV26. This time the springs came from Firestone and the compressor was driven by an electric motor. The mid 1980s saw a revival of air suspension at all four corners for
Hot Summer, Cool Cash: Rancho Launches New ‘QuickCASH’ Promotion
Rancho is ready to power up consumers with a lucrative rebate program on the company’s new QuickLIFT and RS9000XL shock absorbers. Truck, SUV and Jeep owners can earn valuable cash rewards through the "QuickCASH" mail-in rebate program for the purchase of qualifying products from June 1 until July 31, 2007.
EcoFuel World Tour Visits Tenneco Inc.
The power of natural gas came to Tenneco Inc.’s Monroe, MI, facility during a recent visit by the EcoFuel World Tour. Sponsored by Tenneco, the tour’s VW Caddy is outfitted with the company’s exhaust and ride control technologies, which are designed to meet the needs of tomorrow’s alternative fuel applications.
A Brief History
In 1931, people thought Edward S. Babcox was insane for launching a magazine in the middle of the great depression. But, 75 years and almost 900 issues later, BRAKE & FRONT END is still going strong. For the past few months, I have been reading back issues of BRAKE & FRONT END non-stop. In musty
Alignment Equipment
From the brake pad to the shock absorber, every product that you come in contact with at a shop has a history that goes back at least 75 years. We will look at different product categories and track the innovations that have shaped these products and the future for these segments. Alignment Retrospective In the
Rancho “Wanted” Promotion Awards Premiums for Qualifying
Consumers buying qualifying Rancho shocks and suspension systems for their trucks, Jeeps or SUVs, can receive up to a $150 “Reward” comeback certificate during the Rancho "Wanted" promotion this fall.