New Heights
4x4 Magazine Australia|October 2017

Ironman 4x4 has given the Haval H9 a lift. We test it on- and off-road.

Justin Walker & Phil Lord
New Heights

CHINESE SUV brand Haval has joined forces with Australian off-road aftermarket specialist Ironman 4x4 to tweak the H9 4x4 wagon’s suspension for local road conditions.

The Haval H9 Premium is, at this stage, a prototype, but it has been fitted with heavier coil springs and re-valved dampers to enhance the on- and off-road handling of the H9.

According to Andrew Ellis, Haval Motors Australia’s Public Relations and Product Specialist, it is just the first step in a lengthy development program.

“Haval has ... been working closely with dynamics specialists from Ironman 4x4 on a local tuning program designed to make the car more suitable for Australian conditions,” Ellis said. “Ironman has developed a prototype suspension kit comprising heavier springs, upgraded shock absorber valving and minor changes to toe-in. This has resulted in a H9 with improved cornering performance and a more relaxed ride on Australian roads.”

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