Historical Roots: Leaf spring suspension traces its roots back to ancient civilizations where horse-drawn carriages utilized bundles of leaves or wooden strips to absorb shocks from rough terrain.

Some 2004-06 Nissan Titan pickup trucks may emit a squeaking sound from the rear suspension when driven over speed bumps or rough road surfaces. Nissan reports that the noise can occur at one or both ...

Table 1: Global Automotive Leaf Spring Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Type of End, 2017‒2031 Table 2: Global Automotive Leaf Spring Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Shape, 2017‒2031 Table 3: ...

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 ...

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 ...

This story appears in the April 11 print edition of E&MU, a supplement to Transport Topics. Maryland-based Ramar Moving Systems hauls specialty items such as art, satellites and, once, a moon buggy.

The condition of leaf springs on a collector car can affect its appearance and driving safety. A car that sags to one side or in the back doesn’t look right. Worn-out old springs can also affect ...