What is a damper, and where is it on the engine? It is the barbell-looking “weight” on the front of the crankshaft near the front of the engine. There is a free-floating ring of steel (inertia ring) ...

One thing common to some of our favorite performance vehicles lately, from the Chevy ZR2 pickup truck to the Ford GT supercar, is the shocks –- they use Multimatic DSSV damper technology. It was just ...

Despite the global economic downturn putting a damper on vehicle production, Matthew Beecham finds out how shock absorber manufacturers are thriving. The term ‘shock absorber’ is a misnomer because ...

kfShock absorbers play an essential role in the smooth running of your vehicle, ensuring a safe and comfortable ride. However, over time, they can wear out and require replacement. How can you ...

One of the most consistent things throughout the truck hobby is the fact that most hardcore enthusiasts—especially those who actually own pickups—typically are open to "modifying" their rigs at some ...

One of the easiest ways to improve an aging vehicle's ride is to invest in a new set of shocks. And depending on what type of vehicle you drive, a basic install requires a small amount of mechanical ...

DVO’s latest enduro mountain bike suspension is now also available in ultra limited numbers with unique internals developed by motorcycling’s iconic WP Suspension. And at some surprisingly affordable ...

Magnetic Ride Control (MRC or MagneRide) is a General Motors chassis and suspension technology that adapts and adjusts the shock absorbers of a vehicle in real-time in response to changes in terrain ...

Shock absorbers are basically "dampers." The springs on a vehicle's suspension absorb bumps from the road by compressing, and the shock absorbers are responsible for the amount of bouncing created ...