Parts supplier SWAG has highlighted the crucial role that steering and suspension parts play in ensuring driving comfort and safety and the benefits of choosing replacement parts from  its all makes steering range.

SWAG says that modern steering and suspension systems are great examples of the principles of solid geometry, applied to solve practical problems. The design has been precisely calculated, based on observation and design development data collected over many years. This is because the chassis elements and the wheel suspension have to ensure maximum driving comfort and safety in every possible situation, facilitate precise steering and ensure that the vehicle remains "on track" at all times. All forces generated at the point where the tyres make contact with the road have to be transmitted and at the same time, all road noise needs to be kept away from the body.

All the refinements of modern undercar engineering have not eliminated the problem of wear and tear on mechanical components. As a result, customer complaints still exist. Troubleshooting a steering or suspension complaint is usually a matter of knowing what a particular symptom means, in terms of component operation and recognising the cause of that symptom.

For example, customers rarely complain about an incorrect camber angle, or even worn control arm bushings. Their complaints usually identify the effects of steering and suspension problems rather than the causes. Owner complaints that relate to steering and suspension systems generally fall into four categories: poor handling, hard steering, fluid leaks and noise.

Due to the increasingly compact and more lightweight design of modern vehicle axles, components now have to be repaired more frequently. A large number of repairs in the independent workshop market involve the service and maintenance of chassis parts and this provides a valuable business opportunity to the workshop.  

Technicians need to note that vehicle manufacturer specifications must always be complied with, when carrying out chassis repairs.  Modern suspension design even considers the nuts and bolts as an integral part of the system. Accordingly, the use of stretch bolts or bolts with increased strength is common today. These components need to be considered when carrying out a chassis repair or producing a repair estimate.

SWAG offers an innovative approach and great expertise in the field of technical steering and suspension parts. Its range ensures that the right precision parts are available to service modern chassis assemblies correctly and safely. SWAG’s steering range also includes components for all makes of vehicle, all in high quality and exactly matched to the needs of the vehicle. This not only ensures a precision fit every time, but also long term customer satisfaction.