ABOUT MONROE

The journey from a simple idea to producing today’s Technology Driven Safety is one that has taken Monroe more than a century and to every corner of the globe.

Building on one man’s vision of a safer, more comfortable and controlled method of motoring, today more motorists’ journeys are enhanced by the safety and control provided by Monroe shock absorbers than any other brand.

Technology Driven Safety

From the invention of the ‘Brisk Blast’ tyre pump in 1919 through to the development of the first original equipment passenger vehicle shock absorbers, Monroe has continued to lead the way in ride control component innovation and design.

Mission Statement

From the invention of the ‘Brisk Blast’ tyre pump in 1919 through to the development of the first original equipment passenger vehicle shock absorbers, Monroe has continued to lead the way in ride control component innovation and design.

Monroe video library

Here’s where we share our product information, technical expertise and company history in video form. We’re always adding new videos, so check back regularly to keep up to date.

Original Equipment

Tenneco meets the needs of customers – including Volkswagen, General Motors, Ford, Toyota, Chrysler, Daimler, BMW, PSA Peugeot Citroen, Nissan and Shanghai Automotive (SAIC) – expertly tuning the ride of any vehicle to the most exacting specifications.

Monroe history

From the invention of the ‘Brisk Blast’ tyre pump in 1919 through to the development of the first original equipment passenger vehicle shock absorbers, Monroe has continued to lead the way in ride control component innovation and design.

DRiV Incorporated

Monroe is part of the global DRiV Incorporated, which was established in 2019 following Tenneco’s separation into two independent, publicly traded companies.

Just to be on the safe side

Monroe and other leading automotive experts recommend that you have a trained specialist inspect your shock absorbers for signs of wear every 20,000km.

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