The original Mini was revolutionary on a number of fronts. But one that is often forgotten is the unique rubber springs used on the car. The combination of conical rubber springs and small wheels was one of the many innovative developments which allowed design Alec Issigonis to achieve the Mini’s small overall size. And the [...] (visit MotoringFile for the full article) More...
Dr Alex Moulton CBE, designer of original Mini suspension, dies at 92 Another of my heroes passes on. Dr Alex Moulton, the pioneering British engineering behind the small wheel bike and the Mini's suspension dies aged 92 | Mail Online