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What do shocks and struts do? 

Many people believe that their shocks or struts absorb the energy from bumps or potholes. But that is actually the job of the vehicle’s springs...
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KYB Launches New Digital Catalog App

Updated app provides much more accurate part number recommendations. Greenwood, IN, January 31 2024 – Most mobile catalog apps only ask for the year, make...

What’s the difference between KYB GR-2 and KYB Excel-G?

These products are identical, except for their names and paint colors. KYB sells products throughout the world. Some part numbers fit vehicles from various countries...
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Revolutionary Environmentally Friendly Hydraulic Fluid

KYB unveils a truly environmentally friendly hydraulic fluid called SustainaLubTM   Shock absorbers play an important role in stabilizing the movement of a car by...

Length differences during installation

Due to length differences between OE and aftermarket units, it may be necessary to slightly raise the axle or suspension during installation to attach the...

Should I replace other parts while having my struts replaced? 

Yes, it’s a good idea to replace both the strut mount and the strut boot when replacing struts. A new strut mount optimizes suspension performance...
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Electronically controlled OE shock absorbers for Volkswagen Group

Greenwood, IN, November 8, 2023 – Electronically controlled shock absorbers from KYB Corporation have been adopted by Volkswagen Group to equip new Tiguan, Passat Variant,...

What’s the difference between shocks and struts? 

Shocks are individual components, and while it wouldn’t be safe or comfortable, you could remove shocks from a vehicle and still drive it. Struts are...
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KYB Americas Adds Army Veteran as Business Operations Manager

Patrick Smith Joins the KYB Aftermarket Team in Greenwood, IN   Greenwood, IN, October 18, 2023 – Patrick Smith recently joined the KYB Aftermarket team...

Be aware of upper mounting stud length differences

Mounting stud lengths may differ slightly but should still mount correctly. The most common difficulty occurs when trying to install the mounting nut while the...

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