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Hyundai Wants Soft Ride And Sharp Handling From One Clever Sway Bar
['Brad Anderson', 'Associate Editor']
Carscoops
A new Hyundai patent describes a split sway bar that absorbs bumps on one side instead of transferring them straight across the carA newly filed patent depicts a new sway bar using two connected halves.
The advanced new sway bar could boost ride comfort without impacting handling.
A patent recently filed by Hyundai reveals the company could be looking to re-invent the traditional sway bar.
As resistance increases, the two outer sections will begin to twist, ultimately also allowing it to function like a solid sway bar.
A new, semi-active sway bar like the one described in this patent shouldn’t add too much cost over a normal sway bar, but does promise significant benefits.