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AST Suspension

AST Suspension has continuously evolved since its establishment in 2000. AST’s company stands for service and support, high quality products, innovation and AST is dedicated to exceed customer expectations. AST develops, manufactures and sells shock absorbers and related products. We produce the AST and Moton label. Specialized in the production of shock absorbers for vehicles serving normal street use and competition purposes as race, rally, autocross, quads, karts etc.  AST achieves a high-quality product by controlling the whole production process. AST HQ ensures continuity and European quality-guaranteed.  Besides that, AST develops suspension for industrial use, according to customer specifications. AST unfolds in the industrial field as all facets for custom production are present, this results in a competitive price / quality ratio.

At AST Suspension, great pride is taken to continuously work to improve AST’s products, a combination of technical knowhow, experience, testing on tracks, road and specific terrain, is brought together from all corners of the globe to produce an exceptional product at the correct price. AST is founded by Peter Smits and Piet Kreeft. Together leading to the creation of AST Suspension products. In June 2016 AST Suspension became part of the Roosen Industries group (www.roosenindustries.com). Ready for the next level.

 


Suspension & Chassis » Strut Tower Bars

Strut Tie Bars, Strut Tower Bars, Strut Tower Braces and Tie Bars

 

What is the purpose of a strut bar or tie bar?

A strut bar is also referred to as a strut tower bar, strut tie bar, and tie bar.  Upper strut bars reduce strut tower flex by tying the two strut towers together. This transfers the load from each strut tower during cornering, which “ties” the two towers together. The lower tie bars, or lower strut bars, improve the handling and steering response of the vehicle by reducing movement of the control and trailing arms and stiffening the subframe. These products are most noticeable during hard cornering.