KYB Corporation produces a variety of ride control, hydraulic, and electronic products for use as original equipment and replacement parts in automobiles, motorcycles, trucks, specialty vehicles, buses, aircraft, railroad cars, industrial applications, agricultural applications, and civil engineering projects. We are the largest supplier of OE shocks and struts in the World and our global headquarters are located in Tokyo, Japan. Visit KYB Global
What's important to you: Vehicle safety, comfort or performance?
Most people would say that all three are important, but at different times. A comfortable ride on a straight, smooth road without much traffic on a clear, dry day is easy. But change the conditions slightly and suddenly your priorities change. You know what I'm talking about if you've ever had to quickly dodge something in the road, fight strong winds or experienced white-knuckle driving on irregular or slippery roads.
Your vehicle's ability to offer the utmost driving safety, comfort & performance directly relates to its Ride Control design & the condition of its components. Ride control is comprised of four inter-related systems: The tires, brakes, suspension and steering. Each system affects the other, such as; a worn suspension component adversely affects braking, steering and tire performance. The same is true in every combination when any other ride control component is worn.
Shocks and struts are part of your vehicle's suspension system. Technically speaking, they control coil spring oscillations. But for a better understanding of why that's important to you, consider what it would be like if excessive vehicle body weight movement affected the steering? And, what if the tires bounced more and stayed on the pavement less? That's basically what shocks and struts are designed to control. The result should be vehicle stability and maximum tire to road contact: Safer, smoother and designed to keep the driver in control.
The following links were created to help you understand the important role that shocks and struts are responsible for. We hope that this information helps you make good decisions about maintaining your vehicle and choosing the right replacement products.
What Shocks do:
Shocks keep your vehicle stable and you in control:
The effects of worn shocks:
Simply Put: More Wear = Less Vehicle Control
When to replace your shocks:
"How well do you want your vehicle to perform?
How to choose the right shocks:
Would you like to restore your vehicle's original handling and control capabilities?
Where to get KYB shocks and struts installed
Installation at a KYB Certified Ride Control Center gets you more than just great shocks
KYB.com Wins Two Awards KYB America was recently recognized with two Automotive Communications Awards during last week's Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week in Las Vegas NV. The Automotive Communications Awards are presented annually by the Car Council Women's Board and are supported by the Automotive Communication Council. These awards recognize companies who best provide automotive information through various media outlets. This year, KYB America's new website www.kyb.com was recognized with the "Best Website" in the Business to Business Category and the "Best in Show Award," also in the Business to Business Category.
KYB continues to lead the industry in coverage for late model vehicles by introducing 113 new part numbers since the first of the year. Some of these applications include, 2007-08 Honda Fit, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, 2007-08 Dodge Caliber and 2007- 08 Ford Edge. Additionally KYB has also expanded its popular Strut-Plus Complete Corner Assembly to include applications for 1997-2001 Toyota Camry along with several other new applications.
KYB was recently honored as the "2008 Marketing Partner of the Year" by Federated Auto Parts at Federated's Annual Meeting in Tampa Florida.
These are direct OE replacements that automatically adjust suspension balance and height to keep the vehicle level in all driving conditions. Just like the OE shocks, self-leveling shocks from KYB include the pump, sensor, regulator, and reservoir inside of the sealed unit.