9th April 2020.

Update on Drive-Rite Operations due to governmental action arising from the Coronavirus.

Dear Customer, Supplier, Partner and Colleague, 

In the context of the Covid-19 pandemic, we are constantly reviewing the situation regarding COVID-19 in line with local and national government, public health and WHO guidelines, and our strategy is based on this advice. The health and safety of our staff, customers, suppliers and communities in which we work, remains our priority and we, at Drive-Rite and AMK, take the Coronavirus pandemic very seriously. We continue to monitor developments as they evolve and will take the appropriate steps.

The latest local news is that the Irish Government have asked people to stay at home in all circumstances, except in a specific set of cases including to travel to and from work where the work is considered an essential service.  As you are aware, some parts of our product portfolio are considered an essential Product and of service where used in WAV, Ambulance, Fire and Rescue Vehicles which all are aiding the battle against this deadly virus.

Based on the most recent advice and instruction from the Irish Government and Public Health guidelines we are closing operations in Dublin from Friday 3rd April up to Monday 20th April. We have prioritized any orders that are deemed essential Product and are dispatching those before close of day tomorrow.

We have taken measures to allow some of our staff to work remotely where possible and they will be contactable and working as best as possible during this time to assist our partners.

Therefore please be assured that we will try to maintain service throughout this time although our normal operations and duties will be impacted, while we adhere to government and health regulations. Drive-Rite and AMK are taking all reasonable measures to minimize this impact to Customers and Suppliers. We are striving to resume performance as quickly as possible and will keep you informed.

Management continues to monitor the impact daily. Our team will provide updates either by email or phone to all customers and global partners. For any queries or further details please send an email to the relevant contact details below:

Sales & Customer Service:         

Basia Gumulak               Basia.Gumulak@amk-group.com

Technical Support:                      

Austin McGowan               Austin.McGowan@amk-group.com

Accounts:                                     

Helen Norton                  Helen.Norton@amk-group.com

Purchasing:                                  

Nicola Bryson                  Nicola.Bryson@amk-group.com

We trust and hope that all colleagues, friends and families will remain safe and well in the coming weeks. Thank you for your continued support, it is very much appreciated.

Yours faithfully,

John Giles.

Managing Director.

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AMK AIR SPRING COMPRESSORS

In the automotive industry, forgery of branded products is increasingly becoming a problem. Original products are copied and sold at seemingly cheaper prices. However, the goods are often a poor reproduction and can end up costing both the workshop and the driver more. In our first update for 2019, we have put together the benefits of using original products for you.

ORIGINAL VERSUS COPY

Why buy original?
The excellent efficiency and workmanship of AMK compressors means the pressure required is achieved within a short space of time. This has a positive effect on the service life and performance of the compressor. The original product is also more impressive when it comes to noise and vibrations.

Very high quality standards
AMK compressors for the independent after-market are 100 % compliant with the specifications of the vehicle manufacturer. The compressors are produced in Germany under the same production conditions as for the OE/OES equipment. Every AMK compressor delivered has successfully passed a function and performance test.

Our recommendation
Use AMK compressors and benefit from increased customer satisfaction and lower complaint rates. This is better for your resources and especially your sanity!
Only buy from authorised dealers and check that the compressor has AMK branding on the magnetic valve and the motor housing.

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Happy Saint Patrick's Day.

On behalf of us all at Drive-Rite we wish our Customers, Suppliers, Friends and Colleagues a very Happy Saint Patrick's Day.

Please note that our Irish Offices will be closed on Monday the 18th March due to the national holiday.

We will reopen again on Tuesday 19th March at 8.30am (GMT).

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We are located at our customary location at A21 in Hall 26 and look forward to welcoming our friends and colleagues to meet us and see our latest developments and products on display. 

Come see us at our stand to discuss our growth plans in Air Suspension Systems and AMK Air Compressors!

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Standing still means going backwards!

This is a philosophy the AMK Group and Drive-Rite both agree upon. We have decided, not only due to this common vision, but as a strategic plan to move forward together with the AMK Group. We are delighted to announce that our company, Drive-Rite Ltd, has become a part of the German AMK Group, located in Kirchheim/Teck (Germany).

The AMK Group has been a market and technology leader in the sectors of Drives, Automation and Automotive for more than five decades now. Almost 1,000 employees around the world are deploying their expertise and their passion to bring even MORE DRIVE to machines, systems and automobiles.

The AMK Group has been supplying us since 2009 with extremely high quality "made in Germany" compressors. These are installed as the heart of our Intelliride air suspension systems for all our light commercial vehicles and SUV applications. This will not change in the future. On the contrary: This merging of the strengths and competencies present in both companies will enable us – and you – to gain access to an even broader pool of resources and expertise. Naturally, our HQ site in Dublin will continue as usual and your contact partners will not change. The management and team of Drive-Rite will remain in position and look forward to bringing new and exciting products to the market in the near future.

We are certain that this cooperation between our two companies will lead to a solid foundation for innovative and high-quality solutions, and we look forward to continuing our successful collaboration with you.

With best regards,

John Giles.

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Drive-Rite are proud to announce:-

AMK Automotive GmbH & Co.KG, Gaugstrage 37 - 39, D 73230 Kirchheim / Teck

Confirm that company:

Drive-Rite Air Suspensions
Unit 626 Kilshane Avenue, North West Business Park,
Ballycoolin, Dublin 15,
Ireland

is an Authorized AMK distributor and is entitled to distribute, sell and promote AMK Independent Aftermarket products.

https://amk-group.com/en/product/distribution

AMK Automotive as global OEM supplier, develops and produces best in class air supply units for premium cars manufacturers like BMW, MERCEDES, JAGUAR, LANDROVER, VOLVO, ASTON MARTIN.

In order to enable fast and professional repair of the vehicles in independent aftermarket workshops, AMK provides a range of replacement spare parts. Air supply compressors are dedicated to fit to specific vehicles. One-to-one replacement makes it easy to identify the needed part and secure quality of the repair.

Compressors are produced with highest automotive standards and according to OEM specification. Design of compressors and quality of all components ensures reliability, long lifetime, quiet and efficient performance.

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Due to adverse weather conditions - Driverite Head Office in Dublin is closed today - Friday 2nd February.

Normal office hours resume on Monday. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

The collaboration will see Soydas Medikal complement and expand their product range by adding the Drive-Rite air suspension systems to their portfolio of products for ambulance and light commercial vehicles.

Soydaş Dış Tic. Ltd. Şti.

Soganlık Yeni Mah. Balıkesir Cad. No:6/66 Kartal

İstanbul - TURKEY

Tel : 0850 227 5651 Fax : 0850 2275645

Mail : inso@soydasmedikal.com

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Unfortunately due to the severe weather conditions today, October 16th, Drive-Rite Head office will be closed today from 1pm CET.

Drop us an email at info@driveriteair.com and we’ll get back as soon as possible.

Drive-Rite officially appointed as Volkswagan Premium Partner.

One of the highlights of the IAA Show was the official appointment of Drive-Rite as a PREMIUM PARTNER of Volkswagen AG.

At a ceremony on the VW Booth Mr Bram Schot, VW Board Member, presented Drive-Rite with their Premium Partner Certificate.

Drive-Rite have enjoyed a close cooperation with Volkswagen for many years and this recent acknowledgement is an endorsement of it's quality suspension products for the Amarok, Caddy, Transporter and Crafter model range.

"Premium Partners” of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles are certified industry specialists that offer outstanding quality while meeting all standards and requirements defined by the world’s leading automaker, headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany.

Please check VW website for further details on these Approved Suspensions or contact your Drive-Rite Sales representative for further information.

Click here to download the official VW Brochure.

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Drive-Rite announced as a Volkswagen Premium Partner.

Drive-Rite are pleased to announce that it has successfully become a PREMIUM PARTNER of Volkswagen AG.

"Premium Partners” of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles are certified industry specialists that offer outstanding quality while meeting all standards and requirements defined by the world’s leading automaker, headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany.

Drive-Rite had been an Integrated Partner for a number of years and have now risen to this new level of partnership for providing safe, quality approved air suspension systems for the Volkswagen Amarok, Caddy and Crafter model range.

Drive-Rite are delighted with the announcement and to be one of the very few companies outside Germany to reach this status.

Please check VW website for further details on these Approved Suspensions or contact your Drive-Rite Sales representative for further information.

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Drive-Rite are pleased to announce the launch of its latest Full Air Suspension Kit to suit the rear axle of the Renault Trafic, Opel & Vauxhall Vivaro X82 vehicle. 

Our new suspension system offers :-

• A smooth comfortable ride,
• A full lowering facility
• Multiple ride heights.

The kit is easy to install, user friendly and requires little or no maintenance.The Air Suspension system also incorporates our latest advancements in our IntelliRide suspension control. 

The system has been fully tested and validated to work with ESP and is certified by the VCA.

The suspension system is approved by Renault as an aftermarket fit and is available ex-stock under Kit Part Number # DR.04.017415.

Further details and information available on request.

Click here to download our latest product flier.

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As part of Drive-Rite's commitment to support our Customers with the latest information we have recently prepared over 40 new and updated Product Sheets on our numerous air suspension kit offerings.

Updates include the latest news on kit testing, technical information and approvals along with compatible control systems.

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The outstanding economy, capacity, comfort and flexibility of the Opel Movano speak for themselves. It is simply a great ‘all-rounder’.

But there are times when something extra is required. One of these beneficial additions is air suspension. Among other benefits this reduces rear suspension wear, cuts road shock and improves driving characteristics. Drive Rite semi-air suspension is available for both front- and rear-wheel drive versions of the Opel Movano. It is supplied in kit form with all the components needed for installation and is underwritten by 25 years of experience in air suspension. 

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DriveRite - Opel Certified Conversion

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The collaboration will see Linnepe GmbH complement and expand their product range by adding the Drive-Rite air suspension systems to their portfolio of products for light commercial vehicles.

Dublin | Ennepetal 8 January 2016: Drive-Rite – a leading supplier of air suspension systems for commercial vehicles and Linnepe GmbH, manufacturers of steel and aluminium automotive accessories, are pleased to announce a strategic partnership in the German speaking regions. The announcement was made during the Enterprise Ireland Trade and Investment Mission to Netherlands and Germany led by the Taoiseach, Enda Kenny TD.

The partnership will see Drive-Rite air suspension systems complement the suite of products available from Linnepe, offering both consumers and businesses in Germany greater choice when searching for custom vehicle conversions with air suspension systems.

Speaking from Dusseldorf, the Taoiseach said: “Germany is one of the largest and most important manufacturing locations internationally and its automotive industry is renowned.  Drive-Rite has over 25 years of experience in the industry and has used that capability and know-how to establish itself as a leading supplier of air suspension solutions for vehicles ranging from the passenger car to commercial vehicles.  I wish them every success with this partnership and future collaborations”.  

Announcing the deal, Drive-Rite Managing Director John Giles commented: “It is a pleasure to work with such an innovative company as Linnepe, which has the foresight and vision for like-minded companies to grow together with common goals and objectives.”

Looking to the future, Linnepe’s CEO, Nicolaus Hirsch, comments: “Drive-Rite and Linnepe are planning a long lasting relationship to connect Irish engineering with the requests and demands of the German market. Linnepe is proud to be Drive-Rites strategic partner and at the same time be in the central position in Germany to roll out a common strategy for both companies in Europe.”

Julie Sinnamon, CEO, Enterprise Ireland said: “The German market is the fourth most important market for Irish companies supported by Enterprise Ireland and therefore a key priority market.  Germany continues to hold its position as Europe’s stronghold in the automotive industry which remains the largest industry sector in the country.  Enterprise Ireland has worked with Drive-Rite over many years and will continue to support them as they grow export sales and find partners in key export markets, ultimately generating jobs at home in Ireland”.  

Drive-Rite tailor make suspension systems to suit a wide range of vehicle applications from passenger car to light commercial vehicle.  With over 25 years of experience in the automotive industry and under a close partnership with Firestone, Drive-Rite has developed into a leading supplier of air suspension solutions. Drive-Rite work closely with the original equipment manufacturers (OEM) to provide improved, comfortable, easy to install user friendly systems. Drive-Rite and Firestone serve all market segments from the world’s largest automotive companies, truck and bus manufacturers to specialised suspension convertors.

Linnepe GmbH is a family-run company based in Ennepetal providing technical products for the leisure industry (motorhome and camping market) and commercial vehicle market. Linnepe is also the distributor of Scattolini Tippers and Flat Beds in Germany, which have met all the high standards of the major vehicle OEMs. The focus at Linnepe is firmly on quality, and as a result the whole company, from Management to Service, is certified to DIN EN ISO 9001:2000. They are an extremely competent, reliable and innovative partner for automotive technical products.

Click HERE for Reisemobil-International Article

Click HERE for German News

Info: www.linnepe.eu, www.driveriteair.com

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We at Drive-Rite have great reason to celebrate as we reach the 25 year milestone as a company in 2016. Over the years we have grown as a partner focused company and have some customers with us since the very early days. We look forward to building and continuing on this journey with you all for the next 25 !

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Drive-Rite Air Suspension Solutions

Don’t let massive bumps, potholes and sharp turns give you road-wince. Get the additional, individually-adjustable support you need to balance your vehicle both front-to-back and side-to-side, so you can tow with comfort, confidence and control.

1 -  Keeps the vehicle level so headlights don’t aim too high

2 - Increases steering control and braking effectiveness

3 - Enhances your ride comfort with a heavy load in tow

4 - Improves appearance (won’t sag to either side – or either end)

5 - Installs easily between the frame and axle

6 - Adds life to suspension through additional support and reduced bottoming out

7 - Reduces tire wear by balancing out your vehicle regardless of load placement

8 - Prevents heavy loads from making your vehicle dangerously unbalanced

9 - Protects cargo with less bottoming out

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Product Registration made easy !

Drive-Rite are pleased to announce the launch of its newly developed Full-Air Suspension Kit to suit the rear of the Mercedes Sprinter & Volkswagen Crafter 906 vehicle.

Our new suspension system offers a smooth comfortable ride, lowering facility and multiple ride heights. The kit is easy to install, user friendly and requires little or no maintenance.

Fully tested and validated to work with ESP.

The Drive-Rite Rear Axle Full Air Suspension Kit incorporates our very own IntelliRide suspension control system. IntelliRide is a fully automatic, Electronically Controlled Air Suspension (ECAS) System. When fitted the system provides comfort while maintaining a programmed ride height irrespective of the load. Multiple vehicle heights are available at the push of a button. The IntelliRide system has automatic load levelling at each height.

The IntelliRide system continuously monitors inputs and component performance as a means of increasing safety and durability. The system recognizes and responds accordingly to potholes, cross-articulation and extended turns. This intelligence prevents unnecessary activity and air consumption. The system even recognizes unachievable heights, assisting in the prevention of possible damage above or below the vehicle.

Mercedes Sprinter / VW Crafter Full-Air Kit Part Number - DR.05.013340

The Kit is available to preorder now.

Further details and information will be available shortly.

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Drive-Rite's Air Assist & Firestone's Ride-Rite products are made for all types of lifestyles. Let the power of air bring comfort and stability to your life, whether for work or play. Firestone's innovative technology and extensive research and development go into offering the best air spring technology on the market.

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A. Linnepe GmbH
Brinkerfeld 11
58256 Ennepetal
Fon: +49 (0) 23 33/98 59-0
Fax: +49 (0) 23 33/98 59-30
E-Mail: info@linnepe.eu
Internet: www.linnepe.eu

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Dodge are the first Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to offer Semi Air Kits as an option fit direct from the factory in both 2015 Ram 3500 single-rear-wheel and Dually models

THE AVAILABLE AUTO-LEVEL REAR AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM FOR RAM 3500 deploys engineering specific to the weight class and the typically tougher assignments given to these pickups. Here, leaf springs are augmented with air springs mounted on top of the axle, resulting in the air springs and leaf springs working together for load carrying. The technology is utilized in both 2015 Ram 3500 single-rear-wheel and Dually models.

Class-pioneering, the groundbreaking Auto-Level Rear Air Suspension System for Ram Heavy Duty models is a dual-mode operator-activated system specifically engineering for the exceptional GVWRs and GCWRs expected from these relentless workhorses.
In Normal Load-Leveling Mode, the system monitors ride heights on both vehicle sides, constantly adjusting for load shifting or changes in road surfaces; a level load profile and proper headlamp-toroad angle—even while undertaking jaw-dropping hauling—is assured.
Alternate Ride Height Mode lowers the rear suspension by about an inch to maintain an even alignment between the hitch and trailer tongue. This mode ensures a level load and creates a parallel, level relationship between the vehicle and the trailer, ensuring an even “rake” from the front of the pickup through the trailer.

Click here for more information.

Click here to download the complete vehicle brochure.

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Drive-Rite are pleased to highlight our Auto Level Suspension System for the X62 Movano now fully certified by Opel and offered as an approved certified conversion. Product launched at the Autosalon Brussels Motor Show last Friday.

Click here to download the Opel Brochure.

Click here to download the Drive-Rite Product Flier.

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We welcome new employee Eamonn Moran to the Quality Department where he will work alongside Sharon Meyler in providing support to all our business partners at the supplier and customer level. Eamonn brings a wealth of knowledge to our company and will greatly assist in our goal of continual service improvement and supply of quality suspension systems.

Full contact details are available on request.

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Drive-Rite Ltd are pleased to announce that it has successfully received the PSA Peugeot Citroën Approval on its Semi Air Suspension Kit. Our exclusive approval from PSA of our Semi Air Kit part number DR.02.012426 covers the Peugeot Boxer and Citroën Jumper X250 & X290 models.

The PSA tests confirm that our Semi Air Suspension System are fully validated and approved for all vehicles fitted with ESP as standard.

As suppliers of semi-air and full-air suspension systems, Drive-Rite want to be able to re-assure our customers that using our systems does not have a negative effect on the vehicle ESC system. These results have proven once again that our suspension sytems have no negative effect on the the vehicles ESC system.

Please contact your Drive-Rite Sales representative for further details or information.

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Since November 2014,  Electronic stability control (ESC), also referred to as electronic stability program (ESP) or dynamic stability control (DSC) is mandatory for all new cars and commercial vehicles registered in the European Union.

As suppliers of semi-air and full-air suspension systems, Drive-Rite want to be able to re-assure our customers that using our systems does not have a negative effect on the vehicle ESC system. To demonstrate this, we recently arranged to have the X62 (Renault Master, Nissan NV400, Opel/Vauxhall Movano) semi-air system tested by the VCA.

Drive-Rite are pleased to anounce that the test results prove that our sytems do not have a negative effect on the the vehicles ESC system.

Testing was conducted under ECE Regulation 13, Annex 21 and 2007/46/EC Annex XI as amended by EU/214/2014, Footnote A1.

If you have any questions on using ESC with any of our kits, please contact us.

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Please note that next month we will be conducting our Annual Stock Take from the 15th to 17th December at our main Warehouse in Dublin, Ireland.

We will be unable to despatch any orders or goods on these dates. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your cooperation and understanding during this short time.  

As it is a busy time of year for freight companies we would appreciate if we could ship any orders in advance of the stock take - we will work with Customers to ensure minimum disruption to service.

Normal business will resume on the 18th December 2014.

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Drive-Rite wish to take the opportunity to thank all who kindly took the time to visit us at the IAA Show in Hannover. We have had a very busy Fair, meeting many new customers along with having the time to discuss current and future requirements with our existing partners.

The fair was also an ideal venue to meet our key suppliers and we wish to thank them for their ongoing help in meeting our challenging new developments for our future projects. As all would have seen, we are evolving and growing to meet the high quality demands of the market through our innovative suspension solutions.

We will follow up the individual requests in the coming days and look forward to continuing our discussions and growing the business together. Once again - 

Many Thanks from all at Drive-Rite.

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We would firstly like to congratulate Cristina Iancu on her recent promotion to Office Manager at the Dublin Headquaters. 

We welcome new employees Agnieszka Kostrzewa and Barbara Gumulak to the Customer Service department where they will work with Cristina in providing sales and support to all our business partners. Agnieszka and Barbara bring a wealth of knowledge to our company and will assist in our goal of continual service improvement for customers and suppliers. On a side note both ladies also speak Polish, thus further enhancing our ever expanding language capabilities.

Our Engineering department is boosted by the addition of Ciaran Nolan. Ciaran is a fully qualified Mechanical Engineer and will work with Daniel Levy on new suspension designs. With a hobby (and passion) for motor-sport Ciaran will be a welcome addition to our engineering team.

Full contact details are available on request.

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The Original Air Spring

Firestone Industrial Products was the first manufacturer to patent the air spring. Today, we engineer and manufacture each product to provide years and thousands of miles of trouble-free service. In fact, Firestone air springs often outlast other maintenance items on your suspension, such as bushings, shocks, leveling valves or regulators.

Leadership in Innovation

Firestone Industrial Products continues to make significant advancements in technology since patenting the first rubber air spring in 1938. Our extensive product development process—which encompasses product design and material selection—has resulted in our applying automotive technology to our heavy-duty products. Our innovations span many additional technologies from electronic sensors to higher strength fabrics and compounds—in addition to rigorous testing unmatched by any other manufacturer.

Ethical Business Practices

Our Business Conduct Policy guides us in achieving our vision of serving society with superior quality and carrying out our mission of earning respect for, and trust in, our company and products. Simple principles—such as being honest, fair and responsible—guide us daily.

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1. Inspect the O.D. (Outside Diameter) of the airspring. Check for signs of irregular wear or heat cracking.
2. Inspect air lines to make sure contact doesn't exist between the air line and the O.D. of the air spring. Air lines can rub a hole in an air spring very quickly.
3. Check to see that there is sufficient clearance around the complete circumference of the air spring while at its maximum diameter.
4. Inspect the O.D. of the piston for buildup of foreign materials. (On a reversible sleeve style air spring, the piston is the bottom component of the air spring).
5. Correct ride height should be maintained. All vehicles with air springs have a specified ride height established by the O.E.M. manufacturer. This height, which is found in your service manual, should be maintained within 1/4". This dimension can be checked with the vehicle loaded or empty.
6. Leveling valves (or height control valves) play a large part in ensuring that the total air spring system works as required. Clean, inspect and replace, if necessary.
7. Make sure you have the proper shock absorbers and check for leaking hydraulic oil and worn or broken end connectors. If a broken shock is found, replace it immediately. The shock absorber will normally limit the rebound of an air spring and keep it from overextending.
8. Check the tightness of all mounting hardware (nuts and bolts). If loose, re-torque to the manufacturer’s specifications. Do not over-tighten.
9. Approved cleaning media are soap and water, methyl alcohol, ethyl alcohol and isopropyl alcohol. Non-approved cleaning media include all organic solvents, open flames, abrasives and direct pressurized steam cleaning.

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Drive-Rite are recruiting for the full time position of "Procurement, Purchasing and Sales Liaison Officer"

The primary objective of this role is to plan to meet customer demands, through planning of incoming goods, optimisation of  stocks and internal warehouse assembly.

To find out more details or to apply for the position please click here.

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TüV & UTAC Approvals

As part of Drive-Rite's on-going plans to certify its products to the latest test standards, we are pleased to highlight further TüV / UTAC Certification on our systems to suit the major European vehicle platforms. Recent additions include Fiat, Ford, Opel, Citroen, Renault, Nissan, Mercedes and Volkswagen.

Copies of the Approvals are available on request or by download on the Product Search section of our website.

More information available from Sharon Meyler in our Quality & Approvals Department - sharon.meyler@driveriteair.com

ISO Certification of Drive-Rite Air

Following a recent third party audit and Inspection at its headquarters in Dublin, Drive-Rite Air have sucessfully full-filled all requirements for renewal of the ISO 9001 Certification.

This comes as no surprise since the introduction and implementation of LEAN principles to the Company last year has improved internal processes, created greater efficiency and ensured more satisfied customers.

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New chassis technologies from BWI Group have been selected by JLR to help meet the design objectives of the new Range Rover Sport. The vehicle is equipped with BWI’s latest air suspension and lightweight active roll control (pictured) actuators to allow a combination of dynamic performance, refinement and off-road ability.

To meet Land Rover’s challenging design request, BWI worked with supplier Firestone to develop a new air sleeve for the company’s air suspension modules. A bespoke nylon-reinforced rubber compound was developed with exceptional hot and cold climate performance and the wall thickness was reduced to cut hysteresis. These changes, together with detailed component optimization to reduce friction, have helped achieve increased absorption of small road irregularities. To provide the protection and durability needed for off-road activities, the air sleeves are sheathed in an aluminum restraining guide. Weight has been reduced through careful design analysis and by increased use of aluminium.

The BWI actuators now offer 134° of rotation compared with 90° for the previous-generation system, helping Land Rover’s engineers deliver 260mm of wheel travel at the front and 272mm at the rear to further improve extreme off-road ability. The very high angular articulation also increases packaging flexibility, allowing a compact architecture that does not require intrusion into unrelated spaces. The system is also shorter than the previous generation system, thanks to a reduced ball screw length. Mass has been reduced by 2.4kg at the front and 2.2kg at the rear, largely through the use of hollow torsion bars with cast splined lever arms, also supplied by BWI.

BWI technology is also central to the Range Rover Sport’s new dynamic response system, which is calibrated to almost completely eliminate body roll at cornering forces up to 0.4g. The company is supplying elements of its active stabiliser bar system, including the all-important ball screw rotary actuators that provide roll-control torque up to 1,500Nm. When cornering forces are detected, the front and rear actuators apply a counter-acting rotational torque to the vehicle chassis via the cast lever arms of the stabiliser bar system. Independent control of the front and rear roll stiffness allows real-time optimisation of the oversteer /understeer characteristic, improving turn-in, comfort and safety.

Read the full article here on the Vehicle Dynamics International Magazine website:

http://www.vehicledynamicsinternational.com/news.php?NewsID=53244

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New Distribution added to our growing European Network.

Drive-Rite Air are pleased to welcome the following new Dealers to our Sales and Technical Support Network in Europe.

All companies come with great air suspension experience, technical know-how and will enhance our pressence in these regions :

          Grupo Vei < Portugal >

          MultiPartner <Croatia>

          Rotomar < Spain >

          Airsus < Holland >

          Plastisol < England >

          Avers <Ukraine>

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Drive-Rite Air now available in German

As a part of our continuous plan to help and service our customers we are pleased to announce and highlight that the website is now available in German.

Further languages will be added in due course as part of our commitment to ensure easy access to all our customers and clients throughout the world.

Instant on-line Product Search

Drive-Rite are pleased to announce the launch of it's unique on line Product Application Guide.

Customers can now search for complete listing of Drive-Rite products to suit their vehicle specific application. By following the easy to use filtered search, customers will be directed towards the latest suspension offerings available from Drive-Rite.

Each search will provide the part number, product information, technical details and related products associated with the vehicle.

Please click on the link below to start searching now for the latest suspension kits to the market -

http://www.driveriteair.com/catalog

Customer Login

Have you registered yet with Drive-Rite Air ?

All Drive-Rite Air Distributors and Dealers have a unique Login and Password protected access to the Drive-Rite Air website.

The facility allows full access to downloadable material such as

•     Installation Instructions
•     Technical Information
•     Approvals
•     Sales Literature

Register Now to start your on-line experience @ Drive-Rite Air  -

http://www.driveriteair.com/catalog/register

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As part of our continual drive to make life easier for our distributors, dealers and clients we have developed an on-line database for customers to register their purchases with us and to activate the warranty policy.

By filling in the requested information the customer immediately avails of the Drive-Rite Warranty policy and can begin to enjoy the experience of driving with a Drive-Rite Air suspension product.

Check it out now in the My Products section at the top of our Drive-Rite Air website.

Note also that our Warranty Policy and Terms and Conditions are also available to view in the My Products section.

Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information or clarification on the above.

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As part of Drive-Rite's on-going plans to certify its products to the latest test standards, we are pleased to highlight further TüV / UTAC Certification on our systems to suit the major European vehicle platforms. Recent additions include Fiat, Ford, Opel, Citroen, Renault, Nissan, Mercedes and Volkswagen.

All our air assist kit approvals are validated for vehicles fitted with ESP as standard.

What is ESP?

Electronic stability program (ESP), also referred to as electronic stability control (ESC), is an active drive safety system that improves the safety of a vehicle's stability by detecting and reducing loss of traction.

Please contact Drive-Rite for further details.

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Drive-Rite Air Suspensions of Dublin, Ireland,   has named Plastisol Ltd, of Chorley, Lancashire ,   as their UK fitting agent for motorhomes and commercial vehicles.  The decision was easily arrived following a long relationship that exists between Gary Smith (MD of Plastisol)  and the Drive-Rite Air Suspension management dating back 15 years.   John Lindsay , sales manager of Drive-Rite, says “the timing is propitious to engage in a new UK partnership with a reputable company like Plastisol who have many years of experience in the transformation of LCV’s  and the successful fitting of air suspensions systems on specialised vehicles such low floor mini buses.”   John had recently met with new sales manager of Plastisol  Peter Anderson to discuss the synergies that the opportunity presented, and both came to the conclusion that a partnership was an  “extremely good fit”.   Plastisol and Drive-Rite  will together change the landscape of retrofit air suspensions in the UK with regards to service, availability and installation of the highest quality, with the ultimate objective to provide satisfaction to hundreds of UK motorhome users.

Plastisol UK Ltd

Unit 8, Lower Healey Business Park

Froom St, Chorley

Lancashire, PR6 9AR

Tel: +44 (0)1257 264 357

Fax: +44 (0)1257 270 450

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Drive-Rite Air are pleased to announce their latest suspension kit for the X 62 chassis.

This unique suspension kit is the first to the market offering Firestone Air Springs mounted outboard of the chassis frame.

The new on-line catalog and applications list is now Live!

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Please note that from April 29th, Drive-Rite will introduce a new part numbering system.

Our new part number system will follow the layout below:-

Each “product type” has been allocated with a two digit code.

The unique Drive-Rite part number will relate directly to the old/original part number. This should help avoid unnecessary confusion!

For example –

Semi-Air Coil kit -  W23-760-4117 will now become DR.01.014117

Semi-Air Leaf kit -  W21-760-2428 will now become DR.02.012428

Full-Air Coil kit -  W21-760-3168 will now become DR.04.013168

Air Springs -  W21-760-6781 will now become DR.07.016781

Air Accessory kit -  WR1-760-2236 will now become DR.11.012236

Air Compressors - WR1-760-9285 will now become DR.12.019285

All Drive-Rite paperwork (order confirmations, invoices, delivery dockets etc.), from April 29th will contain our new part numbers. This will be the case for new and existing orders.

We understand that it will take some time to adjust to these new part numbers, but we are sure it will prove to be a better system in the long-term.
We ask you to make the effort to use this new system when placing orders and making enquiries.

Our online product search has already incorporated the new part number system.

http://www.driveriteair.com/catalog/

Drive-Rite entwickelt seit über zwei Jahrzehnten Luftfederungssysteme für Pkw sowie Nutz- und Freizeitfahrzeuge. In dieser Pressemitteilung stellt das in Dublin angesiedelte Unternehmen Ihnen sein Angebot an Luftfederungen für behindertengerechte Fahrzeuge vor.

Vollluftfederungen

Vollluftfederungen unterscheiden sich von Zusatzluftfederungen dadurch, dass die komplette Federung des Serienfahrzeugs durch eine Luftfederung ersetzt wird. Eine Vollluftfederung ist damit die hochwertigste Lösung, ihr wird der größte Zuwachs an Komfort, Fahrsicherheit und individuellem Fahrwerksabstimmungspotenzial zugeschrieben.

Vollluftfederungen von Drive-Rite für behindertengerechte Fahrzeuge ermöglichen es, das Fahrzeug bis auf einen Federungsanschlag abzusenken. Damit gelingt das Ein- und Aussteigen spielend leicht, der Rollstuhlfahrer kann sogar über eine Rampe mit geringer Steigung ins Fahrzeug gelangen. Bei der Fahrt kommen Patient und/oder Fahrer in den Genuss höchsten Komforts durch die weich einstellbare, progressive Vollluftfederung.

Die Vorzüge einer Vollluftfederung von Drive-Rite:

•          Starke Erhöhung des Fahrkomforts für alle Mitfahrer
•          Mehr Fahrdynamik und Fahrsicherheit
•          Tiefe Absenkbarkeit für leichtes Einsteigen oder Beladen.
•          Einsteigen auf tiefst möglichem Niveau, kein steiler Winke
•          Sicherer Einstieg über das Heck mittels Rampe mit geringer Steigung
•          Kostenersparnis: kein zusätzlicher Lift erforderlich.
•          Verschiedene Fahrwerkshöhen möglich:               

                                 - Tiefes Absenken für leichteres Ein- und Aussteigen sowie

                                 - Fahrniveau für höchsten Fahrkomfort und beste Fahrdynamik    

                                 - Anheben des Fahrwerks für mehr Bodenfreiheit

Vollluftfederungen von Drive-Rite gibt es für:

 
Citroen:                Berlingo C4   /   Dispatch G9   /   C8

Fiat:                       Scudo G9

Mercedes:            Vito   /   Citan

Nissan:                 Kubistar   /   Primastar X83

Opel/Vauxhall:     Vivaro X83

Peugeot:               Expert G9   /   Partner

Renault:                Espace   /   Kangoo X61 / TraficX83

Volkswagen:       T5 Multivan   /   Caravelle   /   Transporter

Zusatzluftfederungen

Drive-Rite entwickelt leicht nachrüstbare Zusatzluftfederungssysteme für Behinderten- und Rettungsfahrzeuge, die sich allesamt durch ein Plus an Komfort, Fahrsicherheit und Fahrdynamik für das damit ausgestattete Fahrzeug auszeichnen.

Zusatzluftfederungen von Drive-Rite ermöglichen eine individuelle Abstimmung des Luftdrucks über mehrere Ventile. Ihr Vorteil: Sie können das Fahrzeug entweder nur auf einer Seite anheben oder nur vorne oder hinten. Ganz egal also, wie das Fahrzeug beladen wird, stets lassen sich mit der Zusatzluftfederung variierende Belastungen durch Personen oder Güter ausgleichen, das Fahrzeug behält dabei seine optimale Fahrposition.

Zusatzluftfederungen von Drive-Rite gibt es für:

Citroen:                  Jumper / Relay X250

Fiat:                         Doblo   /   Scudo   /   Ducato X250 

Ford:                       Transit

Mercedes:             Sprinter

Nissan:                   Interstar X62


Opel/Vauxhall:       Movano X62

Peugeot:                Boxer X250

Renault:                  Master X62 

Volkswagen:         Caddy   /   Crafter

 Weitere Informationen finden Sie auf der Internetseite von Drive-Rite unter www.driveriteair.com

Pressekontakt

Thomas Seidelmann

ph:       +49 151 22990988
tseidelmann@driveriteair.com

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Maximaler Komfort und ladungsunabhängige Fahrsicherheit für den Renault Master

Aus fahrdynamischer Sicht sind Nutzfahrzeuge eine besondere Herausforderung für jeden Fahrwerkstechniker. Beladungsmenge, -gewicht und Lastverteilung variieren und lassen, anders etwa als bei einem normalen Pkw, wenig Gleichklang aufkommen. Ein bis unters Dach beladenes Nutzfahrzeug muss jedoch genauso sicher und komfortabel fahren wie eines, das nahezu ohne Zuladung bewegt wird. Diesen Spagat können die serienmäßig verwendeten Stahlfedersysteme nur als Kompromisslösung machen.

Wer komfortabel und stets fahrdynamisch optimal fahren möchte und zudem eine konstante Fahrhöhe schätzt, mit der das Fahrwerk weitgehend von der Beladung entkoppelt wird, der sollte seinen Blick auf die derzeit innovativste Vollluftfederung richten, die für den Renault Master geschaffen wurde: die Vollluftfeder. Das vom Federungsspezialisten Drive-Rite (Dublin) in Zusammenarbeit mit Renault und Renault-Tech entwickelte System ersetzt die komplette Serienfertigung und ist optional bereits ab Werk bei Renault erhältlich. Das System setzt auf Luftbälge des Weltmarktführers Firestone, eines exklusiven Entwicklungspartners von Drive-Rite.

Vorteile des Vollluftfedersystems: Anders als mechanische Federn, die sich beim Ein- und Ausfedern verkürzen oder verlängern, verändert ein Luftfedersystem bei unterschiedlicher Beladung zwar seinen Innendruck, nicht jedoch die Eigengeometrie. Die Luftfeder kompensiert die höhere Last mit einem entsprechend höheren Gegendruck in den Bälgen. Das verändert zwar minimal das Ansprechverhalten, nicht aber das gewohnte Höhenniveau. Man kann das mit bloßem Auge beobachten: Von außen gesehen zeigt das luftgefederte Fahrzeug stets das gleiche Verhältnis von Karosserie zu Achse – völlig unabhängig von der Beladung. Auch diese Luftfederung von Drive-Rite ist perfekt auf das ESP-System abgestimmt und hat keinerlei nachteiligen Effekt auf das Bremsverhalten.

Damit ist das Potenzial des Drive-Rite Produkts jedoch noch längst nicht ausgereizt. Die IntelliRide Steuerung, ebenfalls von Drive-Rite entwickelt und auch von anderen Anbietern verwendet, bietet viele weitere Möglichkeiten: Mittels Knopfdruck lassen sich individuell programmierbare Höhenniveaus einstellen. Ein Anheben des Hecks des Renault Master zum besseren Ein- oder Ausladen oder zur Erlangung von mehr Bodenfreiheit ist damit ebenso möglich wie tiefes Absenken. Das schnelle Anheben des Fahrwerks aus der abgesenkten Position in die Fahrhöhe wird durch einen Lufttank gewährleistet, der zum Systemumfang gehört.

Somit ist die neue optionale Drive-Rite Vollluftederung des Renault Master die professionelle High-tech-Lösung für alle, die maximale Variabilität brauchen, um Komfort und Fahrsicherheit zum täglichen Begleiter zu machen.

Bei der Betrachtung der vielen Vorteile, welche die Vollluftfederung für den Renault Master bringt, wird ein Punkt meist vergessen: Die Firestone-Luftbälge schonen mit ihrem Komfort nicht nur Fahrer und Mitfahrer ganz enorm, sondern verlängern auch die Lebenszeit des Fahrzeugs. Erschütterungen werden deutlich reduziert an die Karosserie weitergeleitet. Das Material wird weniger strapaziert, der Verschleiß minimiert. Positive Nebeneffekte dieses materialschonenden Fahrens mit Luftfederung: Die Geräuschbelastung im Fahrzeug vermindert sich hörbar, die Nerven der Passagiere werden geschont. Übrigens auch der Rücken: Luftfederungen wirken nachweislich Wirbelsäulenerkrankungen entgegen – für Vielfahrer ein wichtiger Aspekt.

Nicht zu verachten auch: Die Luftfederung garantiert eine optimale Scheinwerfereinstellung bei jedem Beladungszustand, ein positiver Nebeneffekt ist zudem der geringere Reifenverschleiß.

Für preisbewusste Kunden: die Zusatzluftfederungen von Drive-Rite

Zusätzlich zur High-end-Lösung Vollluftfederung entwickelte Drive-Rite ein technisch und qualitativ hochstehendes Zusatzluftfedersystem für den Renault Master, das durch geringsten Wartungsaufwand selbst bei härtestem Transporteinsatz überzeugt.

Bei einer Zusatzluftfederung von Drive-Rite ergänzen spezielle Roll- oder Faltenbälge von Firestone mit individuell anpassbarem Luftdruck die Stahlfederung des Originalfahrwerks. Die normale Federung an der Hinterachse des Renault Master bleibt also erhalten und wird durch die Zusatzluftfeder bei der Arbeit unterstützt.

Vorteile dieser effizienten und kostengünstigen Lösung: mehr Bodenfreiheit, eine wesentlich erhöhte Wankstabilität (deutlich spürbar bei Seitenwind und bei flotter Kurvenfahrt) und ein insgesamt nochmals verbesserter Fahrkomfort.
Die Systeme von Drive-Rite für den Renault Master überzeugen durch die einfache Montage (1-2 Std.), die durch die Verwendung der serienmäßigen Bohrungen im Rahmen ermöglicht wird.

Mehr Informationen zu den Produkten finden Sie unter www.driveriteair.com.

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Un maximum de confort et une conduite sûre dans toutes les conditions de charge pour le Renault Master

D’un point de vue dynamique, la conduite de véhicules utilitaires représente un défi particulier pour tous les concepteurs et les ingénieurs châssis automobiles. Les distributions de masse et de charge sont variables et sont rarement idéalement répartis, contrairement à une voiture ordinaire. Toutefois, la conduite d’un véhicule utilitaire chargé à pleine capacité, doit être toute aussi sûre et confortable que celle d’un véhicule à vide. La solution d’une suspension standard en ressort acier présente un compromis.

Tous ceux qui veulent conduire confortablement, avec une dynamique optimale et constante, et où le châssis n’est pas impacté par la charge, peuvent s’intéresser à l'actuel système de suspension pneumatique créé pour le Renault Master. Ce système développé pour Renault et en collaboration avec Renault et Renault-Tech, par le spécialiste de la suspension pneumatique Drive-Rite (Dublin) remplace la suspension à ressort à lame originelle, elle est disponible en option constructeur, au moment de la commande du véhicule, et est assemblée en usine Renault. Le système intègre des ressorts pneumatiques réalisés par le leader mondial Firestone air, l'un des partenaires de développement exclusifs de Drive-Rite.

Les avantages de ce système de suspension pneumatique : contrairement à une suspension à ressort acier qui s’affaisse avec la charge, un système de suspension pneumatique ajuste automatiquement sa pression d'air pour tenir compte des différentes charges, et non sa géométrie. Le ressort pneumatique compense une charge supérieure avec une pression d’air appropriée dans le coussin, supérieure. Les caractéristiques de réponse évoluent peu et la hauteur de roulage est maintenue au même niveau, de façon continue. Ceci est facilement visible - quand on regarde un véhicule équipé d'une suspension pneumatique de l'extérieur, ce véhicule conserve toujours la même hauteur de carrosserie et ce, indépendamment de la charge. La suspension pneumatique est entièrement compatible avec l'ESP et n'a aucun effet sur l'efficacité du freinage.

Ce n'est pas la limite du potentiel produit Drive-Rite. Le contrôle IntelliRide, développé par Drive-Rite, également utilisé par de nombreuses autres adaptations, offre de nombreuses autres possibilités et caractéristiques ! Des boutons sélectionnant des niveaux de hauteurs individuelles programmables peuvent être sélectionnés. Monter ou baisser la hauteur de chargement arrière d'un Renault Master pour en faciliter le chargement ou le déchargement ou pour en faciliter l’accès est facilement réalisable. Un réservoir d'air embarqué permet également de réduire le temps de montée du véhicule.

Avec le système IntelliRide vous avez toutes les options, et la télécommande filaire permet également d'auto-diagnostiquer l’unité. En mode manuel, le client peut ajuster la hauteur de train arrière du véhicule à n'importe quelle position facilitant ainsi le chargement / déchargement à quai. En mode Service, le système permet des interventions sécurisées sous le véhicule et de changer la roue de secours.

Par conséquent, la nouvelle option suspension pneumatique Drive-Rite pour le Renault Master est la solution professionnelle haute technologie pour tous ceux qui ont besoin de flexibilité, de confort optimal et d’une conduite sûre tous les jours.

Lorsque l'on considère les nombreux avantages de la suspension pneumatique du Renault Master, ou oublie souvent que les ressorts pneumatiques Firestone réduisent le bruit et les vibrations de la route pour les conducteurs et les passagers. La transmission des vibrations à la caisse du véhicule est sensiblement réduite ou éliminée. Le chargement est moins sollicité, l'usure minimisée. Autre avantage supplémentaire de cette suspension pneumatique, elle améliore le confort des occupants - un aspect important pour les conducteurs de véhicules commerciaux sur des long trajets, passant de longues journées au volant. Ne pas oublier également que la suspension pneumatique garantit le réglage de phare optimal quelle que soit la charge !

Plus d'informations disponibles auprès de votre distributeur Renault, Renault Trucks, Nissan, Opel ou Vauxhall.

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En parallèle de la solution de suspension pneumatique, haut de gamme complète, Drive-Rite a développé une solution technique de haute qualité, pour le Renault Master, « semi-air système », qui, avec un minimum d'entretien, résiste aux sollicitations de transport les plus difficiles.

Avec un système semi-air, des coussins double convolute ou diaphragmes spéciaux Firestone, avec pression d'air réglée individuellement, fonctionnent en parallèle des ressorts à lame du châssis d'origine. Les lames ressort de l'essieu arrière du Renault Master restent en place, et sont assistées par les ressorts pneumatiques additionnels Firestone.

Les avantages de cette solution, efficace et rentable, sont les suivants : plus d'espace, stabilité en roulis significativement plus élevée (notamment avec vent de travers et dans les virages serrés) et tout à fait bien meilleure maniabilité et confort de conduite.

Les systèmes Drive-Rite pour le Renault Master l’emportent en raison de la facilité de montage (1-2 heures), ce qui est possible grâce à une conception intelligente qui utilisent des fixations d'origine du châssis.

Plus d'informations sur ces produits sur le site www.driveriteair.com

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Maximum comfort and safe driving in all loaded conditions for the Renault Master

From the point of view of driving dynamics, commercial motor vehicles pose a special challenge for all automotive chassis designers and engineers. Load and weight distribution varies and are rarely in the best optimum condition, unlike in a normal passenger car. However, a commercial motor vehicle loaded to capacity, must drive just as safe and comfortable as one which is driven when unloaded. This is a balancing act that the standard steel spring suspension can only address with a compromise solution.

Anyone who wants to drive comfortably, with the optimum dynamics and still keep a constant level vehicle for driving, where the base vehicle and chassis are to a large degree protected from the load, should take a look at the current most innovative full air suspension system created for the Renault Master. The system developed for Renault and in conjunction with Renault and Renault-Tech, by suspension specialist Drive-Rite (Dublin) replaces the original steel suspension and is available as an option fit, at time of ordering from the Renault Factory. The design incorporates purpose made Air Springs from the world’s leading air spring manufacturer Firestone, one of Drive-Rite’s exclusive development partners.

Advantages of this full air suspension system: Unlike a steel spring suspension which deflects under load, an air suspension system automatically adjusts its air pressure to accommodate the different loads, not its geometry. The air spring compensates for the higher load with an appropriately higher pressure in the air spring. This leads to minimal changes in the response characteristics, but not in the programmed set ride height level which is maintained at all times. This can be easily seen by a casual observer – when looking at the vehicle from the outside, an air-sprung vehicle always keeps the same relationship in height of car body to axles, completely independent of the load. The Air suspension is fully compatible with the ESP and has no adverse effect on the braking efficiency.

This is not the limit of the potential of the Drive-Rite product. The IntelliRide control, developed by Drive-Rite, and also used by many other convertors, offers many other possibilities and features ! With the press of a button individual programmable height levels can easily be selected. Raising the rear of a Renault Master to improve loading or unloading is easily achieved as is lowering the rear to a minimum level for easy access. The quick raising of the vehicle to ride height is achieved with the aid of an on board air reservoir that was purpose made for the application.

With the IntelliRide you have all the options, and the unique hand held controller also acts as an intelligent self-diagnostic unit. When in Manual mode the customer can adjust the rear vehicle height to any position thus facilitating loading/unloading at different dock levels. While in Service mode the system is secure for vehicle maintenance and changing the spare wheel.

Therefore the new optional Drive-Rite full air system for the Renault Master is the professional high tech solution for all those who need flexibility, maximum comfort and safe driving on a daily basis.

When considering the many advantages of the Renault Master full air suspension, one point is often forgotten – the Firestone Air Springs help to reduce noise and road vibration to the drivers and passengers. Transmission of vibration to the car body is significantly reduced or eliminated with the air suspension fitted. The material is less stressed which minimizes general wear and tear. Other extra advantages of this load protecting air suspension system when driving is improved comfort for the passengers. The air suspension improves the driver’s comfort - an important aspect for commercial drivers on long haul journeys or drivers spending long days at the wheel. Don’t forget also the air suspension guarantees optimum headlamp aim with every loaded condition !

More information available from your Renault, Renault Truck, Nissan, Opel and Vauxhall network.

For the price-conscious consumer: the Drive-Rite Semi-Air Suspension Kit !

In addition to the high-end full air suspension solution, Drive-Rite has developed a technically superior, high quality semi-air system for the Renault Master, which with minimal maintenance stands up to the most challenging transportation applications.

With a semi-air system, special Firestone tapered sleeve or convolute air springs with individual adjustable air pressures work in conjunction with the steel springs of the original chassis. The normal springs in the rear axle of the Renault Master remain in place, and are supported in their daily work by the additional Firestone air springs.

Advantages of this efficient and cost-effective solution are: more clearance, significantly higher roll stability, (clearly noticeably with cross-winds and in tight curves) and altogether much improved handling and driving comfort.

The Drive-Rite systems for the Renault Master win out due to the ease of fitting (1-2 hours), which is possible thanks to a clever design which utilize original fixations in the chassis.

More information on these products can be found at www.driveriteair.com

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Максимальный комфорт и безопасность вождения при любом уровне загрузки для Renault Master.

В коммерческих автомобилях общая загрузка и распределение веса по осям изменяются в довольно широких пределах, и не всегда бывают оптимальными. Тем не менее, и при полной загрузке, и налегке, коммерческий автомобиль должен управляться одинаково комфортно и безопасно. Поэтому для инженеров конструирование подвески коммерческого автомобиля представляет собой особо сложную задачу и связано с большим количеством компромиссов.

Для тех, кто желает ездить комфортно, с оптимальной динамикой и в максимально щадящем для подвески режиме, следует обратить внимание на инновационную систему пневматической подвески, созданную для Renault Master. Система разработана специалистами Renault, Renault-Tech и Drive-Rite (Дублин).

В системе использованы пневматические рессоры одного из ведущих мировых производителей в сегменте – Firestone, эксклюзивного партнера Drive-Rite. Новая система заменяет оригинальные стальные рессоры и может быть заказана в качестве опции прямо на заводе Renault.

В отличие от пружинной или рессорной подвески, которые изменяют свою геометрию в зависимости от нагрузки, пневмоподвеска за счет регулировки давления воздуха позволяет обеспечить стабильные характеристики – более высокая нагрузка компенсируется увеличением давления воздуха в системе. Это позволяет удерживать одинаковый дорожный просвет вне зависимости от нагрузки на оси. Пневматическая подвеска полностью совместима с ESP и не оказывает негативного влияния на эффективность торможения.

И это не предел возможностей этого высокотехнологичного продукта Drive-Rite. Пневмоподвеска управляется интеллектуальной системой IntelliRide (также разработка Drive-Rite), которая может обеспечить множество дополнительных функций. К примеру, нажатием кнопки можно выбрать любой из запрограммированных уровней высоты дорожного просвета автомобиля. Дорожный просвет над задней осью может быть увеличен или уменьшен также для удобства погрузки или разгрузки автомобиля.

IntelliRide имеет ручной режим и функцию самодиагностики. В ручном режиме водитель также может отрегулировать высоту задней части автомобиля для облегчения погрузки/разгрузки. А переведя систему в Сервисный режим, автомобиль можно безопасно обслуживать, к примеру, – заменить колесо.

Таким образом, новая опциональная система пневмоподвески Drive-Rite для Renault Master является профессиональным высокотехнологичным решением для тех, кому нужна гибкость, максимальный комфорт и безопасность вождения каждый день.

Рассматривая различные преимущества Renault Master, оснащенных пневматической подвеской, часто забывают еще о некоторых немаловажных деталях. Firestone Air Springs помогает снизить шумы и вибрации в салоне автомобиля, повышая комфорт передвижения водителя и пассажиров. Это особенно важно для водителей коммерческих транспортных средств, которые совершают поездки на дальние расстояния и проводят за рулем долгое время.

Пневмоподвеска гарантирует также одинаковое направление света фар вне зависимости от загрузки автомобиля, а материалы, которые использованы в конструкции, меньше подвержены износу.
Более подробную информацию можно получить в сетях Renault, Renault Truck, Nissan и Opel.
В дополнение к полностью пневматической системе, Drive-Rite разработала также полупневматическую систему, которая требует минимального обслуживания и может быть установлена на самом сложном транспорте.

Полупневматическая система содержит специальные конические втулки или «воздушные пружины» Firestone с индивидуально регулируемым давлением воздуха и работает в сочетании со стальными пружинами оригинального шасси: стандартные пружины задней оси Renault Master остаются на месте и дополняют работу пневматических элементов.

Итак, в результате применения системы появляется возможность увеличить дорожный просвет, улучшается курсовая устойчивость (что особенно заметно при поперечном ветре и в крутых поворотах), и управляемость, движение становится комфортнее.

Системы Drive-Rite для Renault Master выигрывают также за счет простоты установки (весь процесс занимает не более 1-2 часов), что стало возможным благодаря конструкции, в которой используются оригинальные крепления шасси.

Более подробную информацию об этих продуктах можно найти на www.driveriteair.com

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тел.:  +7 499 154 1511
факс: +7 499 153 6468
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DRIVE-RITE CENTER

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Moscow 125438 Russia

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Vollluftfederung von Drive-Rite für den neuen Mercedes Citan

Mit dem neuen Citan schließt Mercedes eine Lücke im Segment der leichten Nutzfahrzeuge. Drive-Rite, seit vielen Jahren erfolgreicher Entwickler von Federungssystemen, erweitert sofort das Komfortspektrum des Neulings und entwickelte eine Vollluftfederung für die Hinterachse des Citan. Sie erhöht Fahrsicherheit und -komfort, bietet eine Anhebe- und Absenkfunktion und garantiert ein ladungsunabhängig konstantes Fahrniveau.

Im Klartext: Egal, wie schwer oder wie leicht der Citan beladen wird, an der Hinterachse sorgt die Vollluftfederung von Drive-Rite für das richtige Fahrniveau. Die Federung wird also bei Vollausladung des Citan weder in die Knie gehen, noch wird das Heck bei Leerfahrt nach oben ausweichen.

Bei dieser montagefreundlichen und wartungsarmen Vollluftfederung wird das Federungssystem des Herstellers durch ein auf Luftfederungen basierendes, tausendfach bewährtes System von Drive-Rite ersetzt, dessen Basis die Bälge von Firestone, der weltweiten Nummer 1 für Luftfederungen, sowie die von Drite-Rite entwickelte IntelliRide-Steuerung bilden.

IntelliRide ist ein elektronisch kontrolliertes System, das die Luftfederung vollautomatisch auf einem voreingestellten Fahrniveau hält – völlig unabhängig von der Beladung. Sie misst und bewertet kontinuierlich die während der Fahrt auftretenden Fahrbahnstöße,  stellt das Fahrwerk stets ideal darauf ein und liefert so das Maximum an Komfort, Sicherheit und Haltbarkeit.

Die Elektronik ermöglicht auch andere Höhen: Ein Knopfdruck genügt, schon bewegt sich das Citan-Heck nach oben oder nach unten, damit Nutzer beispielsweise leichter aus- oder einladen können. Auch dabei ist die IntelliRide stets wachsam: Wird das Fahrzeugheck per Knopfdruck angehoben und stößt das Dach des Citan an das Dach der Garage, so registriert das System den Widerstand sofort und senkt die Luftfederung sofort auf Fahrniveau ab – so werden Schäden am Fahrzeug vermieden. Selbstredend funktioniert dieser Sicherheitsmechanismus auch umgekehrt: Berührt das Chassis beim Absenken einen Gegenstand (z.B. einen Bordstein), so reagiert die IntelliRide blitzschnell, stoppt den Absenkprozess und hebt das System wieder auf Fahrniveau an. 

Das Drive-Rite Vollluftfederungskit mit der Artikelnummer W21-760-3167 ist ab sofort erhältlich.

Weitere Informationen unter www.driveriteair.com.

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The quick and convenient way to inflate and deflate your vehicle’s air springs while on the go!

The last place you probably want to drive your loaded vehicle and trailer is into a small Petrol station to fill up your air springs. With one of the new Drive-Rite Single and Dual Heavy Duty air compressor systems , you can forget about having to search out an air compressor to inflate your air springs ever again!

     Single Control Kit - WR1-760-6116

     Dual Control Kit   -  WR1-760-6117

Benefits

• With the touch of a button, control the pressure in your air springs from the cab of your vehicle. This is extremely convenient for changes in load or road conditions. If you’ve just hooked up your  trailer or put in a load into the back of your vehicle, you can inflate your air springs to the desired pressure right from the cab.
• The gauge mounts in your vehicle’s cab and operates regardless of whether you are parked or on the road. The user-friendly gauge has easy-to-use inflate and deflate buttons to let you quickly inflate or deflate your vehicle’s air spring pressure. Mount in the included mounting cup or flush mount into the vehicle dash.
• The 6116 Air Compressor System provides single path airflow for your vehicle’s air springs. This means your left and right air springs inflate and deflate equally to the same pressure. For independent control of the left and right air springs, see our WR1-760-6117 kit.
• This system includes a heavy duty compressor, wiring harness, air lines, gauge, customizable gauge pod for easy installation and all the tools you need to install. A heavy duty compressor will work well for most customers who use their system on a daily basis.
• The compressor mounts easily to your vehicle's frame and attaches to an air line that runs to your air springs
• You can install the system yourself in a few hours with the help of a fully illustrated easy-to-follow installation manual.
• As an added safety measure, both the WR1-760-6116 and WR1-760-6117 Kits automatically sense low air spring pressure and immediately activates to maintain a safe pressure level.

Easy Installation

The LoadController Single installs with common mechanic tools in a few hours. Follow these steps:

1. Install the compressor using the hardware provided.
2. Mount the gauge
3. Install the electrical components

Details and installation time vary by application. A complete illustrated instruction manual is included with each kit.

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Drive-Rite are pleased to announce the launch of its newly developed Full-Air Kit to suit the rear of the new Mercedes Citan.

Our new suspension system offers a smooth comfortable ride, lowering facility and multiple ride heights. The kit is easy to install, user friendly and requires little or no maintenance.

The New Citan Kit incorporates our very own IntelliRide suspension control system. IntelliRide is a fully automatic, Electronically Controlled Air Suspension (ECAS) System. When fitted the system provides comfort while maintaining a programmed ride height irrespective of the load. Multiple vehicle heights are available at the push of a button. The IntelliRide system has automatic load levelling at each height.

The IntelliRide system continuously monitors inputs and component performance as a means of increasing safety and durability. The system recognizes and responds accordingly to potholes, cross-articulation and extended turns. This intelligence prevents unnecessary activity and air consumption. The system even recognizes unachievable heights, assisting in the prevention of possible damage above or below the vehicle.

Mercedes Citan Full-Air Kit Part Number - W21-760-3167


Available Now - please contact the Drive-Rite sales team for more information

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Available now - Integrated Gauge (Dual) for manual air inflation to suit the Fiat / Citroen / Peugeot X250.

Specially designed integrated gauge to fit into the X250 vehicle dashboard.

Single gauge operation inflates the rear air springs together.

Order Now - Part Number WR1-760-6125

Please contact the Drive-Rite sales team for further details.

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If you own a Dodge Ram 1500 (2009-2012) with rear coil spring suspension, you may have noticed that when your truck is fully loaded, the bed of your vehicle sags considerably more than it would with a leaf spring suspension.
Firestone’s solution to this problem is the Dodge Ram Air Conversion System. It is designed to replace the factory coil spring with an air spring, converting the rear suspension to an Airide™ suspension. The full air conversion provides a higher leveling capacity – up to the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the vehicle – than traditional systems, while smoothing the vehicle’s ride.

Our Dodge Ram Air Conversion System keeps the vehicle level under all load conditions. The conversion maintains all the factory hardware and suspension geometry to seamlessly integrate the air springs with the factory coil spring retainers.

Easily installed with simple hand tools, the systemimproves steering and vehicle control while reducing bottoming out when adding a load. The Dodge Ram Air Conversion System allows for effortless loading and trailer attachment, thanks to the capability for a 6-inch kneel at the hitch by “exhausting” air from the springs. The kneeling feature is controlled by an in-cab switch; no calibration is required.The Firestone Dodge Ram Air Conversion System comes with a limited lifetime warranty on springs.

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Drive-Rite are pleased to advise of TüV Certification on the following Air Suspension Systems :- 

• Fiat Ducato
• Peugeot Boxer
• Citroen Relay
• Mercedes Sprinter 3 Series
• VW Crafter 3 Series
• Ford Transit & Tourneo Front Wheel Drive
• Ford Transit & Tourneo Rear Wheel Drive

Copies available on request.

Further TüV testing is planned for the coming months as Drive-Rite continues to satisfy their customer and convertor needs.
 

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Drive-Rite will be attending the SEMA show this year in Las Vegas. 

Drive-Rite provides high quality air suspension products which are used by the OEM’s worldwide and represents AMK compressors in the North America market.

To schedule a time for a meeting, please contact Mr. Daniel Nordmeyer directly at:

         USA Mobile: + 317-513-5823
         daniel.nordmeyer@driveriteair.com

The SEMA Show is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world. It draws the industry’s brightest minds and hottest products to one place, the Las Vegas Convention Center.

SEMA Show takes place October 30 - November 2, 2012 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada USA.

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October 22nd will see the official release of our IntelliRide Gen III Control System.

New Features:

• Calibration and Set-Up through Handheld
• New PC Tools
• Completed range of Diagnostics through Handheld
• Improved Horizon Levelling Accuracy

Contact Drive-Rite now for more details and information.

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Drive-Rite would like to thank the many visitors and guests that came to see them at the recent IAA Exhibition in Hannover. It was a very sucessful Show where Drive-Rite displayed their new OEM developed Full AIr Suspension for the X 62 (Master / Movano / Interstar) Vehicle. The exhibit attracted on many new customers and shows the true capabilities that Drive-Rite can offer both to the OEM and air suspension after market. 

The occasion was an ideal place to launch our latest product offering in air control systems along with the next generation of their versatile ECAS System known as Intelliride.

We would also like to thank all our existing and loyal Customers that came to see us in Germany. We plan to continue serving them with many more exciting new products in the near future.

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Available now - Semi Air Control Systems to suit the Renault / Nissan / Opel X62

Specially designed integrated gauge to fit into the X62 vehicle dashboard.

Dual gauge operation inflates the rear air springs independantly offering side to side levelling.

Order Now - Part Number  WR1-760-6121


 

• Dual gauge operation inflates the rear air springs independently.

• As an added safety measure, the Drive-Rite WR1-760-6121 control system automatically senses low air spring pressure and immediately activates to maintain a safe pressure level.

• The Drive-Rite WR1-760-6121 Air Compressor System is the quick and convenient way to inflate and deflate your vehicle’s air springs while on the go - from the cab of your vehicle. The last place you probably want to drive your loaded vehicle to is a service station to fill up your air springs. With a Drive-Rite Dual air compressor system, you can forget about having to search out an air compressor to inflate your air springs ever again!

• With the touch of a button, control the pressure in your air springs . This is extremely convenient for changes in load or road conditions.

• The gauge mounts in your vehicle’s cab and operates regardless of whether you are parked or on the road. The user-friendly gauge has easy-to-use inflate and deflate buttons to let you quickly inflate or deflate your vehicle’s air spring pressure.

• The WR1-760-6121 Air Compressor System provides a separate path airflow to each of your vehicle’s air springs. This means your left and right air springs inflate and deflate independently. This is most useful to level off-centre loads. For single control of the air springs, see our Single Air Compressor System part number WR1-760-6120.

• This system includes a standard duty compressor, wiring harness, air lines, dual gauge and 2 low pressure sensors. A standard duty compressor will work well for most customers who use their system on an intermittent basis. The compressor mounts easily to your vehicle's frame and attaches to an air line that runs to your air springs.

• You can install the system yourself in a few hours with the help of a fully illustrated easy-to-follow installation manual.

Please contact the Drive-Rite sales team for further details

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Available now - Semi Air Control System to suit the Renault / Nissan / Opel X62.

Specially designed integrated gauge to fit into the X62 vehicle dashboard.

Order Now - Part Number WR1-760-6120


 

• Single gauge operation inflates the rear air springs together.
   
• As an added safety measure, the Drive-Rite WR1-760-6120 control system automatically senses low air spring pressure and immediately activates to maintain a safe pressure level.

• The Drive-Rite WR1-760-6120 Air Compressor System is the quick and convenient way to inflate and deflate your vehicle’s air springs while on the go - from the cab of your vehicle. The last place you probably want to drive your loaded vehicle to is a service station to fill up your air springs. With a Drive-Rite Single air compressor system, you can forget about having to search out an air compressor to inflate your air springs ever again!
   
• With the touch of a button, control the pressure in your air springs . This is extremely convenient for changes in load or road conditions.

• The gauge mounts in your vehicle’s cab and operates regardless of whether you are parked or on the road. The user-friendly gauge has easy-to-use inflate and deflate buttons to let you quickly inflate or deflate your vehicle’s air spring pressure.
   
• The WR1-760-6120 Air Compressor System provides single path airflow for your vehicle’s air springs. This means your left and right air springs inflate and deflate equally to the same pressure. For independent control of the left and right air springs, see our Dual Air Compressor System part number WR1-760-6121.

• This system includes a standard duty compressor, wiring harness, air lines, gauge, Low Pressure Sensor. A standard duty compressor will work well for most customers who use their system on an intermittent basis. The compressor mounts easily to your vehicle's frame and attaches to an air line that runs to your air springs.
   
• You can install the system yourself in a few hours with the help of a fully illustrated easy-to-follow installation manual.

Please contact the Drive-Rite sales team for further details

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Drive-Rite are pleased to advise of TüV Certification on the following Air Suspension Systems :-

• Fiat Ducato
• Peugeot Boxer
• Citroen Relay
• Mercedes Sprinter 3 Series
• VW Crafter 3 Series
• Ford Transit & Tourneo Front Wheel Drive
• Ford Transit & Tourneo Rear Wheel Drive

Copies available on request.

Further TüV testing is planned for the coming months as Drive-Rite continues to satisfy their customer and convertor needs.

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Drive-Rite are pleased to announce that it has successfully completed vehicle testing with its full air suspension systems on vehicles fitted with ESP.

Through our direct engineering development process with the OEM's we have successfully completed vehicle testing with our IntelliRide control system working in conjunction with the vehicle ESP.

Our IntelliRide Control System has been fully validated and approved for vehicles fitted with ESP as standard.

The Intelli-Ride System is now validated and approved by OEM's and is currently being supplied to Renault.

What is ESP?

Electronic stability program (ESP), also referred to as electronic stability control (ESC), is an active drive safety system that improves the safety of a vehicle's stability by detecting and reducing loss of traction.

Please contact Drive-Rite for further details.

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Available now - Semi Air Control Systems to suit the Fiat / Citroen / Peugeot X250.

Specially designed integrated gauge to fit into the X250 vehicle dashboard.

Dual gauge operation inflates the rear air springs independantly offering side to side levelling.

Order Now - Part Number W21-760-6115

• Dual gauge operation inflates the rear air springs independently.

• As an added safety measure, the Drive-Rite WR1-760-6115 control system automatically senses low air spring pressure and immediately activates to maintain a safe pressure level.

• The Drive-Rite WR1-760-6115 Air Compressor System is the quick and convenient way to inflate and deflate your vehicle’s air springs while on the go - from the cab of your vehicle. The last place you probably want to drive your loaded vehicle to is a service station to fill up your air springs. With a Drive-Rite Dual air compressor system, you can forget about having to search out an air compressor to inflate your air springs ever again!

• With the touch of a button, control the pressure in your air springs . This is extremely convenient for changes in load or road conditions.

• The gauge mounts in your vehicle’s cab and operates regardless of whether you are parked or on the road. The user-friendly gauge has easy-to-use inflate and deflate buttons to let you quickly inflate or deflate your vehicle’s air spring pressure.

• The WR1-760-6115 Air Compressor System provides a separate path airflow to each of your vehicle’s air springs. This means your left and right air springs inflate and deflate independently. This is most useful to level off-centre loads. For single control of the air springs, see our Single Air Compressor System part number WR1-760-6114.

• This system includes a standard duty compressor, wiring harness, air lines, dual gauge and 2 low pressure sensors. A standard duty compressor will work well for most customers who use their system on an intermittent basis. The compressor mounts easily to your vehicle's frame and attaches to an air line that runs to your air springs.

• You can install the system yourself in a few hours with the help of a fully illustrated easy-to-follow installation manual.

Please contact the Drive-Rite sales team for further details

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Available now - Semi Air Control Systems to suit the Fiat / Citroen / Peugeot X250.

Specially designed integrated gauge to fit into the X250 vehicle dashboard.

Single gauge operation inflates the rear air springs together.

Order Now - Part Number WR1-760-6114


 

• Single gauge operation inflates the rear air springs together.

• As an added safety measure, the Drive-Rite WR1-760-6114 control system automatically senses low air spring pressure and immediately activates to maintain a safe pressure level.

• The Drive-Rite WR1-760-6115 Air Compressor System is the quick and convenient way to inflate and deflate your vehicle’s air springs while on the go - from the cab of your vehicle. The last place you probably want to drive your loaded vehicle to is a service station to fill up your air springs. With a Drive-Rite Single air compressor system, you can forget about having to search out an air compressor to inflate your air springs ever again!

• With the touch of a button, control the pressure in your air springs . This is extremely convenient for changes in load or road conditions.

• The gauge mounts in your vehicle’s cab and operates regardless of whether you are parked or on the road. The user-friendly gauge has easy-to-use inflate and deflate buttons to let you quickly inflate or deflate your vehicle’s air spring pressure.

• The WR1-760-6114 Air Compressor System provides single path airflow for your vehicle’s air springs. This means your left and right air springs inflate and deflate equally to the same pressure. For independent control of the left and right air springs, see our Dual Air Compressor System part number WR1-760-6115.

• This system includes a standard duty compressor, wiring harness, air lines, gauge, Low Pressure Sensor. A standard duty compressor will work well for most customers who use their system on an intermittent basis. The compressor mounts easily to your vehicle's frame and attaches to an air line that runs to your air springs.

• You can install the system yourself in a few hours with the help of a fully illustrated easy-to-follow installation manual.

Please contact the Drive-Rite sales team for further details

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Available now - Semi Air Control System to suit the Renault / Nissan / Opel X70.

Specially designed integrated gauge to fit into the X70 vehicle dashboard.

Order Now - Part Number WR1-760-6113

• Single gauge operation inflates the rear air springs together.

• As an added safety measure, the Drive-Rite WR1-760-6113 control system automatically senses low air spring pressure and immediately activates to maintain a safe pressure level.

• The Drive-Rite WR1-760-6113 Air Compressor System is the quick and convenient way to inflate and deflate your vehicle’s air springs while on the go - from the cab of your vehicle. The last place you probably want to drive your loaded vehicle to is a service station to fill up your air springs. With a Drive-Rite Single air compressor system, you can forget about having to search out an air compressor to inflate your air springs ever again!

• With the touch of a button, control the pressure in your air springs . This is extremely convenient for changes in load or road conditions.

• The gauge mounts in your vehicle’s cab and operates regardless of whether you are parked or on the road. The user-friendly gauge has easy-to-use inflate and deflate buttons to let you quickly inflate or deflate your vehicle’s air spring pressure.

• The WR1-760-6113 Air Compressor System provides single path airflow for your vehicle’s air springs. This means your left and right air springs inflate and deflate equally to the same pressure.

• This system includes a standard duty compressor, wiring harness, air lines, gauge, Low Pressure Sensor. A standard duty compressor will work well for most customers who use their system on an intermittent basis. The compressor mounts easily to your vehicle's frame and attaches to an air line that runs to your air springs.

• You can install the system yourself in a few hours with the help of a fully illustrated easy-to-follow installation manual.

Please contact the Drive-Rite sales team for further details

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Drive-Rite are pleased to announce the launch of its newly developed Semi-Air Kit to suit the new Isuzu D-Max.

Semi-Air Kit Number - W21-760-3475

Available Now - please contact the Drive-Rite sales team for more information.

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Available now - Generic Air Accessory Kit for Semi Air Suspension Systems.

Drive-Rite Part Number WR1-760-6112

• Dual gauge operation inflates the rear air springs independently.

• As an added safety measure, the Drive-Rite WR1-760-6112 control system automatically senses low air spring pressure and immediately activates to maintain a safe pressure level.

• The Drive-Rite WR1-760-6112 Air Compressor System is the quick and convenient way to inflate and deflate your vehicle’s air springs while on the go - from the cab of your vehicle. The last place you probably want to drive your loaded vehicle to is a service station to fill up your air springs. With a Drive-Rite Dual air compressor system, you can forget about having to search out an air compressor to inflate your air springs ever again!

• With the touch of a button, control the pressure in your air springs . This is extremely convenient for changes in load or road conditions.

• The gauge mounts in your vehicle’s cab and operates regardless of whether you are parked or on the road. The user-friendly gauge has easy-to-use inflate and deflate buttons to let you quickly inflate or deflate your vehicle’s air spring pressure.

• The WR1-760-6112 Air Compressor System provides a separate path airflow to each of your vehicle’s air springs. This means your left and right air springs inflate and deflate independently. This is most useful to level off-centre loads. For single control of the air springs, see our Single Air Compressor System part number WR1-760-6110.

• This system includes a standard duty compressor, wiring harness, air lines, dual gauge and 2 low pressure sensors. A standard duty compressor will work well for most customers who use their system on an intermittent basis. The compressor mounts easily to your vehicle's frame and attaches to an air line that runs to your air springs.

• You can install the system yourself in a few hours with the help of a fully illustrated easy-to-follow installation manual.

Please contact the Drive-Rite sales team for further details

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Available now - Generic Air Accessory Kit for Semi Air Suspension Systems.

Drive-Rite Part Number WR1-760-6110

• Single gauge operation inflates the rear air springs together.

• As an added safety measure, the Drive-Rite WR1-760-6110 control system automatically senses low air spring pressure and immediately activates to maintain a safe pressure level.

• The Drive-Rite WR1-760-6110 Air Compressor System is the quick and convenient way to inflate and deflate your vehicle’s air springs while on the go - from the cab of your vehicle. The last place you probably want to drive your loaded vehicle to is a service station to fill up your air springs. With a Drive-Rite Single air compressor system, you can forget about having to search out an air compressor to inflate your air springs ever again!

• With the touch of a button, control the pressure in your air springs . This is extremely convenient for changes in load or road conditions. 

• The gauge mounts in your vehicle’s cab and operates regardless of whether you are parked or on the road. The user-friendly gauge has easy-to-use inflate and deflate buttons to let you quickly inflate or deflate your vehicle’s air spring pressure.

• The WR1-760-6110 Air Compressor System provides single path airflow for your vehicle’s air springs. This means your left and right air springs inflate and deflate equally to the same pressure. For independent control of the left and right air springs, see our Dual Air Compressor System part number WR1-760-6112.

• This system includes a standard duty compressor, wiring harness, air lines, gauge, Low Pressure Sensor. A standard duty compressor will work well for most customers who use their system on an intermittent basis. The compressor mounts easily to your vehicle's frame and attaches to an air line that runs to your air springs.

• You can install the system yourself in a few hours with the help of a fully illustrated easy-to-follow installation manual.

Please contact the Drive-Rite sales team for further details

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Single Automatic Electronic Height Control Kit by Drive-Rite

Part Number - WR1-760-2332

Keeping your vehicle level and handling correctly is simple with Drive-Rite’s air accessory systems.

The Drive-Rite WR1-760-2332 kit provides automatic control of your air helper springs. This kit allows the installer to set the appropriate ride height and the vehicle will always maintain that ride position.

The single electronic air command inflates both air springs, using a Heavy Duty (9285) compressor, equally through the use of an electronic height control sensor mounted between the chassis and suspension.

Please contact the Drive-Rite sales team for further details.

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Drive-Rite Heavy Duty Air Accessory System - Dual

Part Number - WR1-760-2436

Keeping your vehicle level and handling correctly is simple with Drive-Rite’s air accessory systems. Drive-Rite air accessory systems offer fingertip control of your air helper springs. These systems are designed to
work with any air helper spring kit. By adding a Drive-Rite air accessory system, the air helper springs can be adjusted at any time without having to look for an air source. It’s easy to maintain the ride you want regardless of the load or road conditions.

Dual gauge operation inflates the rear air springs independently to level off-centre loads.

Why use a Drive-Rite air accessory system?

• Instant adjustability of your air helper springs
• Continuous monitoring of the suspension
• Convenience

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Drive-Rite Heavy Duty Air Accessory System - Single

Part Number - WR1-760-2236

Keeping your vehicle level and handling correctly is simple with Drive-Rite’s air accessory systems. Drive-Rite air accessory systems offer fingertip control of your air helper springs. These systems are designed to
work with any air helper spring kit. By adding a Drive-Rite air accessory system, the air helper springs can be adjusted at any time without having to look for an air source. It’s easy to maintain the ride you want regardless of the load or road conditions.

Single gauge operation inflates the rear air springs together.

Why use a Drive-Rite air accessory system?

• Instant adjustability of your air helper springs
• Continuous monitoring of the suspension
• Convenience

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At Drive-Rite we are continually investing in and developing our Electronic Control Air Suspension (ECAS) software known as IntelliRide.

Q4 2012 will see the launch of our IntelliRide Gen III IntelliRide Control System. Generation III software offers the customer some very exciting, user friendly, new and improved features such as:

• Simple calibration and set-up procedure through handheld
• Easy to use PC diagnostic  Windows 7 / IntelliRide PC Tool compatibility
• Complete range of handheld diagnostic fault codes
• Even greater levelling accuracy

Please contact Drive-Rite for more details and information.
 

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At Drive-Rite  we are continually investing in and developing our online presence, to enhance our customers’ experience and support.

We are please to launch our new website www.driveriteair.com which portrays our products, brand and image in a new and exciting way to our Customers. 

Please register your details on line, so that we may keep you updated on our developments, news and updates. Within the next few months we will be granting further access to our loyal customers for technical and sales support.

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Following a recent ISO surveillance audit, Drive-Rite’s ISO 9001 certification has been validated with no non-conformances found.

All processes were deemed to be well in control, with customer feedback extremely positive and complimentary of Drive-Rite’s  products and services. Drive-Rite has been certified to ISO9001 since 2008, and to the TüV Profi-Cert since 2010.

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After recent testing and validation by TüV SüD, Drive-Rite are pleased to advise of successful TüV approval of the following Air Suspension Kits :-

• X-250 Model : Fiat Ducato, Peugeot Boxer, Citroen Relay
• 3 Series Mercedes Sprinter
• VW Crafter 3 Series
• Ford Transit & Tourneo Front Wheel Drive
• Ford Transit & Tourneo Rear Wheel Drive
• X 70 Model : Renault Master, Opel Movano, Nissan Interstar

Further TüV testing is planned for the coming months as Drive-Rite continues to satisfy their customer and convertor needs.

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Drive-Rite Air System Monitor Kit with Dual Manual Inflation

Part Number - DRV003

Continuously monitor your air helper springs with the air pressure monitor kit. This kit can be installed on any air spring system.

The Drive-Rite DRV003 kit comes complete with dual gauge, bracket, 2 inflation valves and all necessary installation hardware.

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Das irische Unternehmen Drive-rite Ltd. stellt im Rahmen der diesjährigen IAA Nutzfahrzeuge in Hannover ihre Produktneuheiten vor (Halle 26, Messestand A21, 20.September 2012 bis 27. September 2012,). Drive-rite Ltd. zählt zu den führenden Herstellern von Luftfederungssystemen und arbeitet erfolgreich mit namhaften OEMs (Original-Equipment-Manufacturer) wie Firestone zusammen. Als besonderes Highlight präsentiert Drive-rite die neuen Voll-Luftfedern für den Renault Master X62, die das Unternehmen gemeinsam mit Renault Frankreich entwickelt hat. „Das innovative Federungssystem ist das Ergebnis einer dreijährigen, sehr intensiven und zugleich erfolgreichen Zusammenarbeit. Es bietet alle Vorteile der Luftfederung an der Hinterachse mit drei programmierten und voreingestellten Höhen,“ sagt John Giles, CEO der Drive-rite Ltd.

Das elektronische Steuersystem (Drive-Rite´s Intellride) bietet alle Vorteile der Luftfederung an der Hinterachse. Der Einbau des elektronischen Steuersystems ermöglicht das Heben und Senken der Fahrzeugrückseite mit drei voreingestellten Höhen, um das Be- und Entladen aus unterschiedlichen Positionen zu gewährleisten. Dieses System ist ab sofort als Sonderausstattung ab Werk erhältlich und kann auch für die Fahrzeugtypen Nissan Interstar und Opel Movano geliefert werden.

Über Drive-rite Ltd.
Drive-rite Ltd. wurde 1990 mit Sitz in Dublin gegründet und genießt einen exzellenten Ruf als einer der führenden Zulieferer für Air Suspension Systeme auf dem europäischen Markt. Das Sortiment der Drive-rite Ltd. wird durch ein umfangreiches europäisches Vertriebsnetzwerk und Montagepartner unterstützt, die für die Bedürfnisse des lokalen Marktes verantwortlich sind. Die Drive-rite Ltd. verfügt über einen weltweiten Kundenstamm, der alle Sektoren der Automobilindustrie bedient.

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Drive-Rite Monitor Kit

Part Number - WR1-760-2196

Continuously monitor your air helper springs with the air pressure monitor kit. Can be installed on any air spring system. Complete with gauge, bracket, and all necessary installation hardware.

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Drive-Rite have developed a new range of Air Control Kits to complement its Semi-Air Suspension kits. These new kits include specially designed integrated gauge panels that mount into the dashboard of the original vehicle.
Control Kits available in both single (where the 2 air springs are inflated together) and dual (separate left & right inflation) versions.

• Renault / Nissan / Opel X62  Single Gauge (Integrated)  WR1-760-6120
• Renault / Nissan / Opel X62  Dual Gauge (Integrated)  WR1-760-6121
• Renault / Nissan / Opel X70                                                        WR1-760-6113
• Fiat / Peugeot / Citroen X250    Single gauge (Integrated)   WR1-760-6114
• Fiat / Peugeot / Citroen X250  Dual Gauge (Integrated)    WR1-760-6115
• Fiat / Peugeot / CitroenX250  Single Gauge (Integrated) Manual    WR1-760-6124
• Fiat / Peugeot / CitroenX250  Dual Gauge (Integrated) Manual      WR1-760-6125
• HD compressor and universal mount gauge (Single)           WR1-760-6116
• HD compressor and universal mount gauge (Dual)              WR1-760-6117

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Drive-Rite are pleased to announce the availability of the following recently developed suspension kits as part of its ever expanding portfolio:

Semi-Air Suspension Kits

Full-Air Suspension Kits

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Driverite UK Ltd  was founded in May 2011 with the main purpose of establishing a technical centre of excellence.

The UK offices include OE focused engineering and an additional base for its European sales and marketing activities.  The London based company is well positioned to support future OE and aftermarket activities in both the UK and continental European markets.”

Driverite Ltd is pleased to announce that it has successfully received the Renault Accord Technique Approval on 3 of its Air Suspension Systems covering the Master and Trafic Models.