The Suspension System is the mechanical components that connect the external structure of the car with the tires. Its main function is to maintain the balance and stability of the car by absorbing vibrations caused by industrial bumps, potholes, and uneven road surfaces and turns.

Manufacturers continuously improve the suspension system by reducing the number of parts used, selecting lightweight components, and incorporating electronic and electrical parts to make the car smoother on the roads.

Types of Suspension System:

Independent Suspension System: It provides greater comfort, as when the car encounters a bump, it makes the tires lift the car from only one side since each tire is independent of the remaining tires. This prevents the driver or passengers from feeling the vibrations resulting from the impact.

As for the Dependent Suspension System: it lifts the entire car as the tires are not independent and are connected to each other.

• Components of the Suspension System:

Springs:

• Most cars have coil springs that automatically bend when driving over bumps and potholes to prevent passengers from feeling the impact of shocks.

Tires (Wheels):

• They are the external parts of the suspension system and the only part of the car that touches the road, bearing the brunt of the impact from shocks. Therefore, it is essential to constantly monitor and check the tires and ensure the proper amount of air inside them.

Control Arms:

• They connect the tires to the car structure and vary in shape from one car to another.

Shock Absorbers (Struts):

• Their function is to maintain the alignment of the tires on the road, allowing them to move smoothly and reducing the movement of the springs to prevent the car from swaying. This absorbs and reduces the shocks from bumps, potholes, and uneven road surfaces to maintain the stability and balance of the car and prevent the external structure from colliding with the ground.

Car Structure:

• It is the largest part of the suspension system, carrying the weight of the car in addition to all its components.

Front Suspension System Components:

• These include the balance column leather, the balance nail leather, the control arm leather (inner and outer), and the ball joints.

Does the Suspension System Suffer Damage?

• It should be noted that, like other systems and parts of the car, the suspension system is prone to damage over time, leading to steering system imbalance, tire wear, and other problems that can be serious for the car, driver, and passengers.
• The suspension system is considered one of the essential parts of the car, absorbing energy from uneven roads and dispersing it to prevent car vibrations. The suspension system also controls the weight of the car, reduces its reaction, and minimizes its sway during turns, thus protecting the car from balance issues and overturning.