Neville Rudd, Senior Vice President and General Manager at DriV Ride Control, discusses the company’s latest suspension technology.
Introducing DRiV
Following Tenneco’s separation to form two new, independent companies, an aftermarket and ride performance company (DRiV), as well as a new powertrain technology company, DRiV will be a multi-line, multi-brand aftermarket company, as well as a global OE ride performance and braking company.
Increasingly, leading automakers are finding that intelligent suspensions are a smart choice for enhancing vehicle dynamics and giving consumers the ability to customise their vehicle’s ride performance.
DRiV recently announced that the Adaptive M Suspension, seen in 2019 BMW 3 Series models, features CVSAe intelligent suspension technology. One of several advanced electronic suspension solutions offered through DRiV’s Monroe Intelligent Suspension portfolio, CVSAe technology enables Adaptive M Suspension drivers to adjust the ride of their BMW to experience a more dynamic and enjoyable ride in every driving situation.
CVSAe intelligent suspension technology continuously senses road and driving conditions, and adjusts damping levels in real-time for superior comfort and handling in different driving situations. Each electronically-controlled shock absorber connects to a central ECU that can control damping settings based on sensors monitoring wheel acceleration, body motion and steering angle, and data such as vehicle speed.
Via the 3 Series Drive Performance Control, the driver can pre-select ‘comfort’ or’ sport’ mode. In sport mode, the vehicle handling feels very agile, while in comfort mode, the suspension smooths out harshness caused by imperfections in the road surface.
“CVSAe plays a vital role in helping vehicle manufacturers provide a comfortable, secure and enjoyable driving experience in an extensive range of driving situations,” said Neville Rudd, Senior Vice President and General Manager at DRiV Ride Control.
“The CVSAe solution provides a highly differentiated, satisfying ride performance for owners of more than 40 leading vehicle models.”
CVSAe is part of the Monroe Intelligent Suspension portfolio, which includes selective suspension solutions (Dual Mode) and semi-active solutions with external valve (CVSAe), and two independent valves (CVSA2). The portfolio also includes Kinetic for pitch and roll control.
