Introduction to the Comfort and Handling of Air Suspension in the LanTu FREE

One of the key features of the LanTu FREE is its air suspension system, which provides excellent comfort and handling. The decision to choose the LanTu FREE with its double-wishbone front suspension, multi-link rear suspension, and air suspension configuration was based on this important factor. After more than a year of use and over 23,000 kilometers of driving, there have been no major issues with the LanTu FREE, making it both convenient and efficient for both short and long trips.

1. Experience and Insights from Various Driving Modes

1.1 Eco Mode

With an air suspension system that reaches a height of 163 centimeters, the LanTu FREE is suitable for driving in both urban and rural areas. It provides an easy, relaxed driving experience that allows you to appreciate the scenery along the way. The air suspension system can handle uneven terrain and bumps with ease, and even on rough roads with reduced power output in Eco mode, it automatically distributes the weight of the four wheels to prevent slipping, providing both drivers and passengers with a comfortable ride.

1.2 Comfort Mode

With the air suspension system maintaining a height of 163 centimeters, the LanTu FREE is suitable for driving on urban highways and freeways. The pace of city life is fast, and time is of the essence when commuting to work. In Comfort mode, it is easy to overtake and maneuver in tight spaces. The air suspension system provides excellent stability, even when turning on large radii on overpasses or highway exits.

1.3 Sport Mode

At a lower altitude of 133 centimeters, Sport mode is suitable for driving on open roads with less traffic, where you can enjoy the feeling of speed and excitement. The LanTu FREE can accelerate rapidly with excellent grip on the road, providing a strong sense of acceleration. The air suspension system stiffens in Sport mode to keep the car from tilting or sinking, and lowering the center of gravity and reducing wind resistance helps maintain stability while increasing speed. Driving in Sport mode provides a sense of extreme sports.### 4. Off-road mode
When the air suspension is raised to a height of 213 centimeters, it is suitable for off-road, rugged mountain roads, uneven road surfaces, and underpasses with deep water. The off-road mode generally does not have a fast speed, mainly focusing on passability, which depends on the height of the chassis. The air suspension can adjust the height freely, making the passability strong. The driver and passengers do not have to worry about pits or unexpected incidents.

2. Air suspension is flexible and versatile

1. Welcome mode: When the owner approaches the vehicle under the welcome mode, the air suspension will actively lower the body to facilitate the owner or passengers to get on and off the car, which is a kind of etiquette to welcome distinguished guests and show respect to the owner.
2. Easy boarding and alighting: It can provide convenience for the elderly, children or women wearing skirts to get on and off the car. When carrying heavy objects to the trunk with both hands, the foot sensor is used to open the trunk, and the air suspension will lower the body to the lowest point. Putting the heavy object becomes easier and more comfortable.
3. The air suspension can switch between various driving modes during driving, allowing you to have different driving experiences all the way and enjoy driving in different modes. By turning on the high-speed adaptability, the air suspension automatically lowers the body when driving at high speeds, and automatically raises the body when the speed slows down. If you don’t pay attention to the suspension lifting and lowering icon on the instrument panel, you won’t feel the body moving up and down.

3. A small suggestion

It is suggested that the manufacturer or software engineer can adjust the softness and hardness of the air suspension.

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