November 2019

36 AFTERMARKET NOVEMBER 2019 STEERING AND SUSPENSION www.aftermarketonline.net V ehicles are more responsive than ever, and motorists expect their vehicles to perform. This means that steering and suspension systems need to be working properly. It is important for driver comfort, and it is important for driver safety. From a business standpoint it is important for you too. Steering and suspension systems, at their best, are complex, expertly balanced and finely tuned, as you will know. That is, until they meet the tarmac on the road: “As the condition of the UK's roads continue to deteriorate,” commented Chris Pegg, Comline’s Steering and Suspension Business Line Manager, “steering and suspension systems are increasingly being put through their paces. “It is therefore vital that these systems are checked regularly to ensure they are offering optimum performance. Common signs that there is a problem in this area include drifting or pulling during turns, dips or nose dives when stopping, uneven tyre wear and a rough ride.” Chris continued: “There is a common misconception that a vehicle's suspension system is simply about comfort and delivering a smooth ride and, as such, repairs are often not seen to be as critical in comparison to procedures such as brake and oil changes. However, a failing or poorly performing steering and suspension system will impact the driver's ability to control the vehicle, especially with stopping and turning. This message needs to be better communicated to motorists as we enter the winter months where surfaces will be more challenging.” Crafted Headquartered in Luton with operations in Greece, Ireland and Spain, Comline offers a line-up consisting of over 8,500-part numbers. Seen as one of the fastest growing automotive brands in Europe, Comline has customers in 50 countries world-wide. Pointing his remarks towards the specifics of Comline’s offering in the steering and suspension segment, Chris said: “Core to Comline’s success is our popular steering and suspension range, which includes control arms, stabiliser links, ball joints, tie rods, tie rod ends, and suspension bushes. Sold under the banner ‘Total Control', STEERING YOU RIGHT Find out how to get the most out of the steering and suspension system to please your customers and generate income too

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