The steering linkage is composed of all the parts of the steering system that connect the steering wheel to the front wheels (see Figure 16-1). When you turn your steering wheel, the steering linkage ...

You’ve probably never lost any sleep over a steering maintenance issue. The systems are proven and reliable and don’t require a lot of hands-on contact. Sticking to scheduled fluid and filter changes, ...

"When ball joints fail in modern day vehicles systems, the replacement of the entire control arm is more feasible than changing individual ball joints," said Frost & Sullivan Automotive and ...

The future of steering is uncertain, as some manufacturers have already tried fly-by-wire technology, which is designed to allow cars to be more efficient in maneuvering. This electronic steering ...

Through the 1950s, all domestic trucks featured a ladder frame with leaf springs front and rear. These semi-elliptic springs arch below the framerails. The steering knuckles pivot on kingpins at each ...

If you've ever driven an early Ford Mustang, you know that the factory steering system leaves a lot to be desired. Not only are they prone to slop in the gear box, but the factory geometry comes with ...

Precise and responsive steering is a must on any vehicle, but it's especially important on an off-road machine. After all, a truck that's steered a few inches off line on the street is usually no big ...

DETROIT (CBSDFW.COM/AP) — Fiat Chrysler is recalling more than 660,000 heavy-duty trucks worldwide because a loose nut can cause a loss of steering control. The recall covers Ram 3500 pickups from ...