Glossary / Suspension

trailing arms

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They are the parts that let your car’s wheels move up and down but keep them from sliding sideways.

Technical Definition

Trailing arms are suspension components that connect the wheel hub to the vehicle’s chassis, allowing vertical movement while controlling lateral motion.

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