Revolutionary Bose auto suspension tech to hit the market after 20 years

Something to look forward to: Primarily known for its high-end audio equipment, Bose also ventured into potentially revolutionary automotive technology years ago. Now, the company's "magic" suspension system appears to be ready for a real-world debut in consumer vehicles. Bose developed a piece of automotive technology two decades ago that was far ahead of its time. As reported by PC Magazine in 2004, the company created a computer-controlled suspension system designed to replace the traditional shocks and springs found in most vehicles. Thanks to this innovation, cars could seemingly "float" over rough roads and speed bumps, with drivers feeling virtually none of the jolts or vibrations. Unfortunately, Bose's technology was deemed impractical – and likely too expensive – for mass-market implementation at the time. As a result, no major automaker adopted the system. Bose eventually spun off its "magic carpet" suspension to a new venture called ClearMotion, which has continued develo ... Read full article.