MEYLE has introduced a new shock absorber set specific to the Tesla Model Y.

MEYLE shock absorbers for the Tesla Model Y are suitable for vehicles of all model years and will be available from specialist retailers in May, the company announced.

“As an SUV, the Model Y brings considerably more weight onto the road than a conventional saloon and is often subject to high levels of stress in everyday driving. This is also reflected in the suspension,” said Sönke Schwenck, head of cooling, filter and damping at MEYLE. “Feedback from the Tesla community, along with consumer reports, shows that the driving experience, particularly in the earlier models, is often perceived as uncomfortable. We have addressed both issues in our product development, improving performance and comfort without compromising driving stability.”

According to MEYLE, development of the new shock absorbers was driven in part by feedback from many Model Y drivers who find the OE suspension uncomfortable.

The MEYLE shock absorbers feature optimized characteristics that absorb bumps in the road more effectively than OE components, the company said. Independent testing by DEKRA confirms greater stress resistance in the shock absorber fork, the company said.

MEYLE says the modified design of the front shock absorber helps reduce installation time in the shop.

According to the company, the shock absorbers feature a corrosion resistant cathodic dip coating. A specially formulated oil ensures consistent damping performance even at low temperatures. A reinforced housing and a 16 mm piston rod further enhance durability under demanding conditions.

Installation Features

The front shock absorber features a two-piece C shaped design, based on the bracket of the Tesla Model 3, which has been further developed and adapted specifically for the installation requirements of the Model Y. While the OE part must bypass the tight space surrounding the drive shaft, the MEYLE shock absorber can be installed from the side.

An extended piston rod thread, the included installation materials and an oval socket spanner help speed installation.