Automotive workshop solutions, suspension technology, and strong partnerships for the aftermarket of tomorrow
Essen/Ennepetal, 16 June 2026 – Today, automotive workshops are faced with increasingly complex suspension systems, growing efficiency demands, and a rising need for technical information. At Automechanika Frankfurt 2026, BILSTEIN will showcase solutions designed to address these challenges. Under the motto “The future of the aftermarket starts here,” the suspension specialist will present a comprehensive portfolio of OE-inspired suspension technology, digital value-added solutions, and practical support for distributors and repair professionals.As one of the world’s leading suspension
Essen/Ennepetal, 2 June 2026 - Another extreme W2RC challenge, another strong result for Defender Rally and its Official Shock Absorber Partner BILSTEIN: At the 2026 Desafío Ruta 40 in Argentina – regarded as one of the toughest rally-raid events worldwide – all three Defender Rally crews reached the podium in the Defender Dakar D7X-R. The one-two-three result in the Stock class underlines the competitive capability of the Defender Rally programme, the robustness of the vehicle concept and the importance of suspension technology that delivers consistent control across some of the toughest
Essen/Ennepetal, 29 May 2026 – BILSTEIN is expanding its suspension range by adding B4 DampTronic OEM replacement shock absorbers for the BMW X5 (G05, F15) and the BMW X6 (G06, F16). The shock absorbers are specifically designed for vehicles with electronic damper adjustment and are available for both standard and M suspension systems. Installation of the BILSTEIN B4 DampTronic is carried out in the same way as for the OE component.BMW X5 and X6: Premium SUVs with high standards for comfort and driving dynamics
With the X5 and X6, BMW combines a high level of driving comfort with dynamic
Essen/Ennepetal, 18 May 2026 – Mercedes-AMG triumphs in the ‘Green Hell’: At the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring, the #80 RAVENOL Mercedes-AMG GT3, equipped with BILSTEIN shock absorbers, celebrated overall victory. Starting from 25th on the grid, Maro Engel, Luca Stolz, Fabian Schiller and Maxime Martin fought their way to the front over the full distance to secure overall victory in the world’s toughest endurance race. Numerous teams also put their trust in BILSTEIN in the other classes. In front of a record crowd of 352,000 fans, the 24-hour race thus served as a special demonstration of
Essen/Ennepetal, 12 May 2026 – When the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring starts on 16 May 2026, the Nordschleife will once again become the stage for one of the toughest races in the world. More than 160 cars, over 40 GT3 cars in the top SP 9 class and an extremely high level of competition promise world-class motorsport. Between Fuchsröhre, Pflanzgarten and Döttinger Höhe, it is not just about pure speed, but about a perfectly balanced overall package of technology, performance and strategy over 24 hours at the limit. Numerous teams will once again be relying on motorsport technology from
Essen/Ennepetal, 25 March 2026 - Following their successful debut at the 2026 Dakar Rally, Defender Rally and Official Partner BILSTEIN are continuing their winning streak in the FIA World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC): at the bp Ultimate Rally-Raid Portugal, the three Defender Dakar D7X-R vehicles finished 1st, 2nd and 3rd in the production-based Stock class. A strong statement of performance and reliability under extreme conditions.The bp Ultimate Rally-Raid Portugal is one of the most demanding events in the FIA World Rally-Raid Championship: the rally took participants along
Essen/Ennepetal, 10 March 2026 – “OE quality” is a well-established term in the automotive aftermarket. At the same time, what exactly lies behind it often remains unclear. What development work goes into a product? Which testing procedures are used? And how can quality actually be recognised in everyday use?
BILSTEIN addresses these questions – and goes beyond pure product communication.With the further development of its “Engineered for Excellence” campaign, the company is placing a stronger focus on the technical foundations of its products and making visible how quality is created.
Defender Rally, supported by Official Partner BILSTEIN, win the stock class of the legendary Dakar Rally – the toughest off-road challenge in the world. At the season opener of the FIA World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) across the Great Arabian Desert, Rokas Baciuška and his co-driver Oriol Vidal take first place in the Defender Dakar D7X-R. Sara Price alongside co-drive Sean Berriman, and Stéphane Peterhansel alongside Mika Metge, complete the Defender success in second and fourth place. Crucial to the victory: high-performance off-road shock absorbers from BILSTEIN.Essen / Ennepetal, 22
Essen / Ennepetal, 15 January 2026 – Epic performance and luxurious refinement: With the new Vanquish, Aston Martin has developed a beautiful and ultra-modern GT with a powerful V12 engine. To ensure the perfect balance between comfort and performance, Aston Martin relies on innovative DampTronic X suspension technology from BILSTEIN.As the new halo car in Aston Martin’s range, the Vanquish sends a clear message of unrivalled sports car performance capabilities combined with breathtaking aesthetics.
Modern masterpiece
A dramatic design language with a long hood, dynamic roofline,
Essen / Ennepetal, 15. Dezember 2025 – Those who travel with a motor home are familiar with one problem: OE shock absorbers have to make numerous compromises. They are expected to work both when empty and fully loaded – and in everyday use, they often only do this to a limited extent.Why special Camper shock absorbers are a good option
Load and centre of gravity change significantly when in travel mode. The load, bicycles at the rear, kitchen extension or holiday luggage have a noticeable effect on driving performance. This is where BILSTEIN's suspension solutions come in, as they are
Essen/Ennepetal, 2 December 2025 – The shock absorber and suspension specialist BILSTEIN will launch new packaging step by step from the year 2026. The objective is to further optimise transport and logistics processes, to improve product security and at simultaneously strengthen the brand’s premium positioning both visually and functionally.The key changes at a glance:
· Increased stability: In the future, the new packaging will consist of five layers of high-quality corrugated cardboard (instead of the previous three) and will feature a thicker coating with optimised corrugation. ·
BILSTEIN and Defender Rally are partnering to compete in one of the most demanding series in global motorsport: the FIA World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC). As Official Shock Absorber Partner, BILSTEIN becomes an integral component in Defender’s works programme – beginning with the legendary Dakar Rally as the 2026 season opener. Two brands, united by the same ambition: high performance under extreme conditions.A new era begins
With its engagement with Defender Rally, BILSTEIN opens a new chapter in its motorsport history. The five W2RC events lead across deserts, rock fields and
In 2025, the Essen Motor Show in Germany will be an absolute must-attend event for the international tuning community. And, of course, for BILSTEIN too: from November 29 to December 7, 2025 (Preview Day: November 28), the suspension and damping specialists will showcase their extensive portfolio in Essen: From original equipment replacement to motorsport and from performance to offroad. Tuning enthusiasts can look forward to a special highlight - and secure their own personal gift.Essen/Ennepetal, November 13th, 2025 - BILSTEIN will present in Hall 7, booth 7D21 an impressive diverse and
Essen/Ennepetal, 06 November 2025 – After a summer full of travel, experiences and unforgettable moments, the time is approaching for many campers to send their motor home into hibernation for the winter break. Storing your vehicle properly not only protects it from frost and moisture but also preserves its value – and ensures you won’t have any nasty surprises when you start up again in the spring.1. Regular checks
Even during the winter break, it is worth checking on your vehicle occasionally: look for moisture, ventilate briefly, check the battery and seals. This will keep your motor
Essen / Ennepetal, 13 October 2025 – Despite its rear engine, the Porsche 911 992 series offers very safe and controllable handling – this is particularly true when equipped with Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM). This active suspension leaves little room for improvement, as the damping force spread is already very wide thanks to the adjustment options.Tuned for maximum performance without compromise
However, thanks to its decades of experience with Porsche rear-engine models, both in series production and in competition, BILSTEIN has succeeded in fully exploiting the existing
Essen / Ennepetal, 24 September 2025 – Modern classic cars are becoming increasingly popular with many motorists. One of the reasons for this is certainly that, compared to “real” vintage cars, these vehicles are still quite affordable. However, the relatively low prices can quickly turn into a financial trap if costly repairs are required. Especially with technically sophisticated models, such as the various versions of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, necessary repairs can quickly turn into a total economic loss.Many of these models were already equipped with air or ABC (Active Body Control)
Essen / Ennepetal, 21.08.2025 – With its new fully electric luxury SUV IM LS7, Chinese car manufacturer SAIC is relying on state-of-the-art suspension technology from Germany: BILSTEIN has been selected as the exclusive shock absorber supplier and is providing a solution that meets the highest demands with its semi-active DampTronic® system. In this case, “system” means that BILSTEIN has developed and is supplying not only the actual shock absorbers but also the software for the suspension electronics.The technology enables continuously adjustable damping behaviour – comfortable, safe and
Essen, 17 June 2025 – The 24-hour race is more than just a race. Every year, it is a place where stories are written and legends are born. And when the 2025 race starts at 4 p.m. on 21[st] June, numerous teams will once again be relying on BILSTEIN. In the top SP9 class, for example, the Mercedes-AMG Team GetSpeed is aiming for overall victory with two Mercedes-AMG GT3. And the BILSTEIN Racing Team is aiming for class victory with a BMW M4 GT4 EVO in the equally competitive SP8T. addition to thrilling racing on the track, there are also special experiences away from the asphalt: BILSTEIN is
Essen, 27.05.2025 – With the new BILSTEIN trailing load calculator, the suspension specialist is offering workshops an innovative service tool with great potential for additional business. This easy-to-use online tool requires just a few inputs to calculate the additional trailer load on the rear axle – for example, due to a bicycle rack with e-bikes.
Many drivers underestimate the impact of additional loads on the driving behaviour of their vehicle. The BILSTEIN trailing load calculator provides transparency: workshops can show their customers the effect of two e-bikes on a rear carrier,
Essen, 21 March 2025 – Maximum excitement and pure adrenalin on the world's most challenging race track: the legendary Nürburgring-Nordschleife will once again be the setting for thrilling motorsport at the season opener of the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie NLS (Nürburgring Endurance Series). From GT3 and GT4 to TCR and Cup racing cars, through to the near-series classes: When the popular NLS starts its new season on Saturday, 22 March 2025, numerous teams will once again be relying on BILSTEIN technology.BILSTEIN x GetSpeed: Mercedes-AMG Performance with iconic livery
The GetSpeed team
