Chassis and module

Chassis modules locate the front and rear suspension systems, steering system, rear axle and engine mounts. They are also key in achieving ride and handling performance goals, meeting alignment specifications, camber, caster, toe., and thrust angle. Austem currently supplies fully built up Chassis Modules and many of the major parts that go into these modules, such as cradles, control arms and links.

CROSS MEMBER ASSEMBLY

A major part of Austem’s chassis business is underbody cross members and cradles. Cross members typically mount laterally across the vehicle, providing additional stiffness and rigidity to body structures. Cradles perform a similar function, but with more of a perimeter configuration bridging both cross-car and fore/aft structures. Both provide mounting attachment features for other vehicle components and systems, such as suspension, steering and engine mounts.