active suspension
noun
: a computerized system in automobiles that actively adjusts the suspension in response to driving conditions
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Though many other carmakers tout advancements in active suspension or high-tech engine developments, there’s nothing that quite captures the ease and solidity of these highway cruisers.
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Raphael Orlove, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2025
And even the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid’s massive power and active suspension didn’t sway me after enjoying the GTS’ more responsive handling and raucous exhaust note.
—Karl Brauer, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
Supplying components including in-wheel motors, active suspension and electric bi-wire braking systems to America’s Big 3 and some of Italy’s supercar makers including one from Maranello, not to mention most of Japan’s automakers, THK is kind of like Tesla meets Bosch meets Boeing.
—Peter Lyon, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
There’s also an active suspension system similar to that on the Purosangue SUV with dampers from Multimatic that allow for a wide variety of ride styles.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2024
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Raphael Orlove, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2025
And even the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid’s massive power and active suspension didn’t sway me after enjoying the GTS’ more responsive handling and raucous exhaust note.
—Karl Brauer, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
Supplying components including in-wheel motors, active suspension and electric bi-wire braking systems to America’s Big 3 and some of Italy’s supercar makers including one from Maranello, not to mention most of Japan’s automakers, THK is kind of like Tesla meets Bosch meets Boeing.
—Peter Lyon, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
There’s also an active suspension system similar to that on the Purosangue SUV with dampers from Multimatic that allow for a wide variety of ride styles.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2024
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“Active suspension.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/active%20suspension. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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