Composite leaf springs are not new to the automotive industry. In fact, the leaf spring itself dates back to the horse-drawn carriage. By design, leaf springs absorb vertical vibrations caused by ...
It is said that the leaf-spring suspension is the oldest suspension used for automobiles. The leaf-spring system was used more recently in '70s production cars, some of which are still in service ...
BrightDrop electric delivery vans (above) as well as Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra pickups from General Motors Co. feature North America’s first composite tension leaf springs (TLS) with progressive ...