The suspension system consists of shock absorbers, springs, and other linkages that connect a car to the wheels. It keeps the vehicle occupants comfortable and contributes to the vehicle’s road handling. The suspension system components can be categorized as hydraulic, air, and mechanical.
Passive Safety
Passive safety systems refer to the vehicle components that protect occupants during a crash. These systems are always ready when they sense a potential danger or when a collision is in progress. These systems include airbags, hill descent controls, seatbelts, and emergency brake assist systems.
Electrical System
Today, all automobiles run using an electrical system that helps the functioning of the automobile. The main components of the electrical system include:
- Generating system– generator, ammeter, switch, battery, current regulator, etc.
- Ignition system – Ignition switch and coil, spark plugs, distributor, contact breaker, etc.
- Lighting system – Head, side and rear lights, interior lights, indicator flashes, etc.
- Accessories – Windscreen wiper, fuel gauges, horns, electric fuel pump, heater, signaling devices, etc.
The Future
The automotive industry is adopting new, innovative technologies that could completely revolutionize the industry’s future. Besides technologies such as Artificial Intelligence that have been there for a while, newer innovations in the Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain are also gaining a foothold in the industry.
We have only scratched the surface of what is possible in the automotive industry, and its future is very promising.
