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active suspension
noun
: a computerized system in automobiles that actively adjusts the suspension in response to driving conditions
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2024
The ambitious team explored every avenue, including active suspension and carbon-on-carbon brakes with tech poached from F1 and the aerospace industry.
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Robert Ross, Robb Report, 28 Sep. 2024
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First Known Use
1971, in the meaning defined above
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“Active suspension.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/active%20suspension. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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