Solid axles are simple and strong. And while swapping a driven-beam front axle into a modern 4x4 may seem like a step back in time to an automotive engineer, we don’t care. We know how we will use a ...

Some debates are never ending and will rage until time stops. Ford or Chevy. Good versus evil. Old or new. Chocolate or vanilla. Donkey or elephant. Which is best can lead to arguments that are ...

For the most part, while their functions are deceptively complex, we're all familiar with a typical car axle. Being the method by which most cars mount their wheels, axles represent one of the most ...

The suspension system is one of the most important components of any vehicle. The system must be engineered to handle expected and unexpected conditions when driving. When considering suspension ...

In a world where independent front suspension has become the norm, the presence of solid front axles in certain trucks might seem a tad outdated. However, there's a reason why this traditional design ...

Thomas has spent two years working in the auto journalism industry, contributing to a UK-based newspaper and writing for Euronewsweek. A full-time writer and lifelong engineering enthusiast, he now ...

Every electric pickup on the market—the Ford F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1T, and GMC Hummer EV—utilizes independent rear suspension instead of the solid rear axles typically found in full-sized trucks.