Most people think independent front suspension on a 4x4 is a modern idea. It is not. In the early 1960s Jeep quietly offered the Wagoneer with independent front suspension using torsion bars instead of a solid axle. Swing arms, control links, and a joint in the center allowed each front wheel to move on its own while still delivering power to all four wheels. The result was a smoother on road ride and better handling than most trucks of the era. The downside was cost, complexity, and service dif