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Tenneco launches upgraded CVSA2/Kinetic suspension technology

Jun 15, 2018 Tenneco, CVSA2, semi-active, suspension, technology, SUV, off-road performance-enhancing, upgrade,


Tenneco has announced that its CVSA2 semi-active suspension technology has been adapted for use in SUV and off-road applications. The company adds that the new release includes several new performance-enhancing upgrade options too.

One of the key elements the Monroe Intelligent Suspension portfolio and originally developed for the sports car market, the latest generation CVSA2 technology will be showcased at chassis.tech plus 2018. The latter is the 9th International Munich Chassis Symposium, which took place in June.

Tenneco explains that its CVSA2 suspension system for SUVs is scalable to its new Kinetic H2 roll-control and KineticX2 pitch-control technologies. These are designed to greatly improve SUV on- and off-road performance and comfort by reducing the impact of cornering, accelerating and braking on vehicle roll and pitch motions. The system is available with four-corner hydraulic lifting solutions, with independent hydraulic spring seats for variable height and level control. All of this means improved ground clearance during off-road driving, easier ingress for passengers, load change compensation and reduced frontal height and aerodynamic drag during on-highway driving.

The CVSA2/ KineticH2 roll-control system allows SUV drivers improved corner stability, better handling, reduced head-toss and increased comfort. It also manages wheel load distribution and allows for increased wheel travel, improving terrain handling, vehicle stability and traction.

The CVSA2/Kinetic® H2 and X2 technologies also are available as upgrades for sports car applications and is also a beneficial upgrade to battery electric vehicles, which are especially sensitive to pitch during rapid acceleration and deceleration due to their high battery weight.

 

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