suspension

Licence suspension

1) Penalty which Traffic Commissioner can impose on goods (passenger) 'O' licence when licence conditions are breached (eg by failing to maintain vehicles as required).

Air suspension

1) Heavy vehicle suspension system that relies on compressed air stored in air bags to provide smooth suspension - mainly used on vehicles carrying goods susceptible to damage or on tanker vehicles where vibration may cause damage to tanks/tank mountings (also on luxury coaches to provide greater passenger comfort).