Bilstein Shock Absorbers • Founded in 1873, by August Bilstein in Altenvoerde, Germany’s Westphalia region • Entry into automotive industry in 1928 with production of car jacks • Developed the first mono-tube gas pressure shocks in 1957 for Mercedes Benz • A total of 4,500 staff at 9 plants produce around 40,000 shock absorbers, 135,000 vehicle    springs and 46,000 stabilizers every day

Bilstein Range • Gas Shock Absorbers B4 • Constant damping power under any load • High power reserves for maximum safety B6 • Increased power reserves and service life • Marked improvement in safety and sportiness without additional spring changes (lowering)