Abstract
Electronics are now assuming a prominent role in shock absorber (damper)
product development. Electronic dampers allow a large range between maximum
and minimum damping levels and adjust instantly to ensure ride comfort and
firm vehicle control.
By integrating mechanical and electronic functions within a vehicle,
automakers can improve handling and reduce costs, plus this type of technology
can also help lift revenues for manufacturers. For example, Tenneco Inc' s CES
product increases the company' s content revenues seven-fold compared to a
standard shock absorber.
In the fourth edition of this report, just-auto reviews the key market drivers
for shock absorbers, and updates the market analysis. just-auto' s product
fitment forecasts predict the market (by volume and value) worldwide (and by
major car-producing region) for shock absorbers. This chapter also sets out
detailed market share estimates of the OE market for shock absorbers in
Western Europe, North America, Japan, China, South Korea, Argentina, Brazil
and worldwide. Chapter 3 sets out a review of recent innovations in this arena
while Chapter 4 provides profiles of the major manufacturers, namely
ArvinMeritor, Delphi, KYB, Showa Corp, Tenneco and ZF Friedrichshafen.
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