The history of automobile suspension systems dates back to beginning of the 19th century, when automobiles were invented. That time, internal combustion engine powered vehicles were in the embryo stage and only two innovations were made to form the vehicle's suspension system. For the first time, front coil springs were used along with dampeners, which acted as shock absorbers for minimizing vibrations in vehicles. Later, suspension systems saw the use of new setup with leaf springs, which were less expensive and flexible in terms of changing shape so as to accommodate varying weights. This system was initially used by European automakers. Then came the development of independent rear suspension systems, which offered better driving with improved handling and stability characteristics. Automakers also started using air springs, which combined spring and shock absorbers into a single unit providing even better comfort, though costlier than conventional suspension systems.

PART 01: Executive summary

Highlights

PART 02: Scope of the report

Report coverage

PART 03: Market research methodology

Research methodology

Economic indicators

PART 04: Introduction

Key market highlights

Value chain analysis

PART 05: Market landscape

Market overview

Market size and forecast

Five forces analysis

PART 06: Market drivers

PART 07: Market challenges

PART 08: Market trends

PART 09: Market segmentation by geography

PART 10: Market segmentation by vehicle type

PART 11: Segmentation by technology

PART 12: Vendor landscape

Competitive benchmarking

Other prominent vendors

PART 13: Key vendor analysis

PART 14: Appendix

List of abbreviations

PART 15: Explore Technavio