This story appears in the April 11 print edition of E&MU, a supplement to Transport Topics. Maryland-based Ramar Moving Systems hauls specialty items such as art, satellites and, once, a moon buggy.

Leaf springs are one of the oldest forms of suspension. For hundreds of years, leaf springs have been used on automobiles, carriages, trailers, and so much more—and they’re still in use today. On the ...

Air-Weigh announced that its LoadMaxx trailer scale will now be available for spring ride suspensions. “Our goal has always been for fleets to maximize the payload they haul, and minimize the ...

If you use your pickup for hauling more than just tail, then you’ve likely noticed the rear will squat or sag under heavy loads. While you should never exceed your pickup’s GCWR (gross combined weight ...