Shock absorbers are important for keeping your ride smooth and steady. Gas and hydraulic shock absorbers offer their own benefits and downsides.

The terms "shock" and "strut" are often colloquially used to refer to the same part, perhaps because they both operate within a car's suspension apparatus. Structurally, however, they are distinctly ...

Shock absorbers — also known as dampers — do the dirty job of absorbing bumps and keeping your vehicle planted to the road, all while residing in the undercarriage and getting their fair share of heat ...