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  • What Are Leaf Springs Made Of? Materials and Manufacturing

    What Are Leaf Springs Made Of? Materials and Manufacturing

    What are leaf springs made of? Common Materials Used in Leaf Springs Steel Alloys Steel is the most common material used, especially for heavy-duty applications such as trucks, buses, trailers, and railway vehicles. Steel has high tensile strength and durability, which enable it to withstand hig...
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  • How to Choose the Right Heavy Duty Truck Leaf Springs

    How to Choose the Right Heavy Duty Truck Leaf Springs

    Step-by-Step Guide to Selecting Heavy-Duty Truck Leaf Springs Assessing Vehicle Requirements The first step is to assess your vehicle’s requirements. You should know the specifications and needs of your truck, such as: The make, model, and year of your truck The gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)...
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  • Top 11 Must-Attend Automotive Trade Shows

    Top 11 Must-Attend Automotive Trade Shows

    Automotive trade shows are crucial events showcasing the latest innovations and trends in the automotive industry. These serve as important opportunities for networking, learning, and marketing, providing insights into the current and future state of the automotive market. In this article, we’ll ...
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  • What Are Parabolic Springs?

    What Are Parabolic Springs?

    Before we take a closer look at parabolic springs we’re going to take a dive into why leaf springs are used. These play a huge role in your vehicle’s suspension system, mostly made up from layers of steel and tend to vary in size, most springs will be manipulated into an oval shape that allows fl...
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  • 1H 2023 Summary: China’s commercial vehicle exports reach 16.8% of CV sales

    1H 2023 Summary: China’s commercial vehicle exports reach 16.8% of CV sales

    The export market for commercial vehicles in China remained robust in the first half of 2023. Export volume and value of commercial vehicles increased by 26% and 83% year-on-year respectively, reaching 332,000 units and CNY 63 billion. As a result, exports play an increasingly important role in C...
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  • U Bolts Explained

    U Bolts Explained

    U bolts play a vital role and are a main factor when ensuring your leaf spring suspension works perfectly, surprisingly they’re one of the main factors that are missed when overlooking your vehicle. If you’re trying to determine the fine line between smooth or rough ride then it’s probably these ...
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  • What Are Suspension Bushings?

    What Are Suspension Bushings?

    You may be wondering what suspension bushings are, here’s all you need to know. Your vehicle’s suspension system is made up of many components: bushings are rubber pads attached to your suspension system; you may have also heard them called rubbers. Bushings are attached to your suspension to giv...
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  • Introduction to pickup truck leaf springs

    Introduction to pickup truck leaf springs

    In the world of pickup, leaf springs are an important part of the vehicle’s suspension system. These springs play a vital role in providing a smooth and stable ride, especially when carrying heavy loads or towing a trailer. In this article, we’ll look at the different types of pickup ...
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  • Maintenance Tips for Extending the Lifespan of Utility Vehicle Leaf Springs

    Maintenance Tips for Extending the Lifespan of Utility Vehicle Leaf Springs

    In utility vehicles, leaf springs are hardy components designed to withstand heavier loads and rougher terrains compared to their counterparts in standard cars. Their durability often grants them a lifespan ranging between 10 to 20 years, depending on maintenance and usage. However, paying attent...
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  • 4 Benefits of Upgrading Your Leaf Springs

    4 Benefits of Upgrading Your Leaf Springs

    What are the benefits of upgrading your leaf springs? 1.Increased load capacity 2.Comfort 3.Safety 4.Durability A leaf spring provides suspension and support for your vehicle. Because it can withstand heavy loads, it’s often used for vans, trucks, industrial vehicles, and even farming equipment. ...
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  • HOW TO MAINTAIN THE SUSPENSION IN YOUR VEHICLE FLEET

    HOW TO MAINTAIN THE SUSPENSION IN YOUR VEHICLE FLEET

    If you own a fleet of vehicles, chances are you are delivering or towing something. Whether your vehicle is a car, truck, van, or SUV, you are going to have to make sure that it is fully operational. That means taking your vehicle through a scheduled maintenance check on a regular basis. In cases...
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  • HOW TO CHOOSE REPLACEMENT TRAILER SPRINGS

    HOW TO CHOOSE REPLACEMENT TRAILER SPRINGS

    Always replace your trailer springs in pairs for a balanced load. Choose your replacement by noting your axle capacity, the number of leaves on your existing springs and what type and size your springs are. Axle Capacity Most vehicle axles have the capacity rating listed on a sticker or plate, bu...
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