About Us
History
AST Suspension has continuously evolved since its establishment in 2000. Our company stands for service and support, high quality products, innovation and we are dedicated to exceed our customers expectations. AST develops, manufactures and sells shock absorbers and related products. We produce the AST and Moton label. Specialized in the production of shock absorbers for vehicles serving normal street use and competition purposes as race, rally, autocross, quads, karts etc.
We achieve a high quality product by controlling the whole production process. AST HQ ensures continuity and European quality guaranteed.
Besides that AST develops suspension for industrial use, according to customer specifications. AST unfolds in the industrial field as all facets for custom production are present, this results in a competitive price / quality ratio.
Here at AST Suspension we take pride in our work, and are continuously working to improve our products, a combination of technical knowhow, experience, testing on tracks, road and specific terrain, is brought together from all corners of the globe to produce an exceptional product at the correct price. AST is founded by Peter Smits and Piet Kreeft. Together leading to the creation of AST Suspension products. In June 2016 AST Suspension became part of the Roosen Industries group (www.roosenindustries.com). Ready for the next level.
AST Suspension has continuously evolved since its establishment in 2000. Our company stands for service and support, high quality products, innovation and we are dedicated to exceed our customers expectations. AST develops, manufactures and sells shock absorbers and related products. We produce the AST and Moton label. Specialized in the production of shock absorbers for vehicles serving normal street use and competition purposes as race, rally, autocross, quads, karts etc.
We achieve a high quality product by controlling the whole production process. AST HQ ensures continuity and European quality guaranteed.
Besides that AST develops suspension for industrial use, according to customer specifications. AST unfolds in the industrial field as all facets for custom production are present, this results in a competitive price / quality ratio. Here at AST Suspension we take pride in our work, and are continuously working to improve our products, a combination of technical knowhow, experience, testing on tracks, road and specific terrain, is brought together from all corners of the globe to produce an exceptional product at the correct price.AST is founded by Peter Smits and Piet Kreeft. Together leading to the creation of AST Suspension products. In June 2016 AST Suspension became part of the Roosen Industries group (www.roosenindustries.com) . Ready for the next level.
On this picture you see Niki Lauda in conversation with Henk Richten and Piet Kreeft.
Building upon this success, Aragosta expanded their product range to include most vehicles and were present at World Rally championships, Kartcross and Touring car events. Aragosta set records in the Paris-Dakar Rally, in both the T1 and T2 categories.
After 6 years at Aragosta, 1986, Piet moved on to WP. At WP Piet worked on motorcycle suspension and front forks, together with Benny Wilbers, for over 3 years.
MOTON has become a provider of high performance shock absorbers used by many prominent manufacturers and racing teams worldwide. MOTON’s applications are mainly used in GT and Touring cars as well as in high-performance street cars while providing user-friendly and efficient technology.
leadership of Marleen Theuws and Coen de Korte (since 2017). Fons Evers and Piet Kreeft responsible for design and development. Together with Miranda van Doren, Willem Boerenkamp, Alco van Dingenen and Lars Damen we make a strong team at HQ.
Performance Shock and RE Suspension are the official service centers in the USA.