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Electromagnetic Suspension Could Give 60 Percent Better Ride

There's an automotive buzzword that's becoming ever more popular, and it's killing our cars ride quality. That word is "sporty". "Sporty" means lower suspension, bigger wheels, lower profile tires and uncompromising seats, and it's splashed liberally throughout virtually any model range you care to...

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2010 BMW Z4 Roadster

BMW Z4 Roadster priced from $46,575 in U.S.

BMW’s striking new Z4 Roadster is set to arrive in showrooms across the U.S. in the following months and in the lead up to its entrance pricing for the entire range... March 28, 2009 by  3


 
KW Suspension Nissan GT-R

KW to present modified Nissan GT-R at Geneva Motor Show

German suspension specialist KW Automotive will present a modified version of the Nissan GT-R at next month’s Geneva Motor Show, which has been fitted with a new... February 10, 2009 by 


 
Power-Generating Shock Absorber (PGSA)

Scientists develop power-generating shock absorbers

When it comes to power-regeneration technology the first place most people look at is brake hardware. Many of the petrol-electric hybrid vehicles on the roads today, and even... February 1, 2009 by  4


 
Blitz GT-R with manual gearbox and RWD

Blitz unveils rear-wheel-drive GT-R with manual gearbox

The highlight of this weekend’s Tokyo Auto Salon will undoubtedly be Nissan’s brand new SpecV GT-R, but as expected Japan’s big name tuners have not stood... January 9, 2009 by  2


 
2010 bmw z4 roadster 016

Video: Behind the scenes prototyping BMW's new Z4

Developing an all-new iteration of a beloved car is no easy feat. Improving on the existing strengths while introducing as few new weaknesses as possible and at the same time... December 31, 2008 by  1


 
2010 BMW Z4 Roadster

BMW unveils 2010 Z4 Roadster ahead of Detroit Auto Show Debut

BMW has released the first details and images for its all-new Z4 Roadster, which is set to make its debut next month at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show before going on sale in the... December 13, 2008 by  8


 
University of Eindhoven electromagnetic suspension actuator

Dutch university working on affordable electromagnetic suspension

The concept of an active suspension system isn't new - prototypes and testbeds have been in existence for decades. But now the technology is finally becoming compact and... November 14, 2008 by 


 
 
 

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