Glossary / Suspension

independent suspension

23 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

With independent suspension, each wheel can bump up or down on its own, so the car feels smoother and handles better than a solid axle setup.

Technical Definition

Independent suspension allows each wheel to move up and down separately, improving ride comfort and handling by isolating road imperfections.

Hear It Discussed

"The front of the car had independent suspension in the form of double wishbones and a single transverse leaf spring..."
How Ferrari Survived Ford, Fiat, and Fate Past Gas 17:03

"I think that they will go independent suspension because Ford has proven with the Bronco you can be 97% as capable for most people and still be able to accomplish the off-road targets and on-road..."
New Nissan Xterra VS Scout Traveler VS Ford Bronco VS Jeep Wrangler! | Ep. 335 TFL Car Chat 57:30

"...full independent, front and rear, bolt-in suspension systems, even for mopars. Yeah. So this is actually our all-new Mopar independent front suspension, independent rear suspension."
TMCP #629: SEMA 2025 Show Spectacular #3 – Scott & Perry with Heights Suspension Mopar Bolt-In IFS/IRS, Jason Bruce with Blueprint “Compatible” Crate Engines, Tab Chapman with Diamondback Classic Radials (Custom Sidewalls), Terry McGean with Hemmings Marketplace Media & Rally Adventures The MuscleCar Place 00:40