CST Performance Suspension

What CST Performance Suspension does

CST Performance Suspension, legally California Supertrucks Inc, designs and manufactures high-end performance suspension systems for light trucks and SUVs from its facility in Moreno Valley, California. The company was founded by Chris Robinson (current president and owner) and has operated for approximately 30 years with all manufacturing conducted domestically. Core products include laser-cut fabricated and ductile cast-iron lift spindles, four-wheel-drive lift kits with gusseted tubular sub-frames, leveling kits, mid-travel upper control arm (UCA) kits in uni-ball and ball-joint configurations, and proprietary DIRT Series and Pro Series aluminum-body shocks. CST also offers co-branded FOX-Series and King-Series systems bundling its lift kits with vehicle-specific shocks from FOX and King. Products are engineered for specific vehicle applications across GM/Chevy, Ram, Ford, Toyota, and Nissan lineups, with lift-height options ranging from 1-3 inches (leveling) up to 10-11 inches (HD diesel) and pricing from roughly $300 for entry spindles to over $13,000 for top-tier complete systems.

The company operates a multi-channel go-to-market combining direct-to-consumer e-commerce through cstsuspension.com, a network of 255+ authorized installers and brick-and-mortar retailers across the US, wholesale distributors, and online resellers including XtremeDiesel, PerformanceLifts, New Level Motorsports, and Lowriders.ca in Canada. All revenue is one-time unit-sale based with no subscription or recurring component. CST serves three primary customer segments: off-road truck and SUV enthusiasts seeking lift, leveling, and larger-tire fitment; professional installers and dealerships reselling with installation services; and off-road racing teams requiring race-grade rebuildable suspension. The company is privately held, founder-owned, and operates without external investors or parent-company ownership.

Name

CST Performance Suspension

Legal name

California Supertrucks Inc

Website

https://cstsuspension.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

CST Performance Suspension (California Supertrucks Inc) designs and manufactures high-end performance suspension systems, including lift spindles, lift kits, upper control arms, and shocks, for light trucks and SUVs, selling direct-to-consumer and through a 255+ dealer network across the US and Canada.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Performance Suspension

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Steering and Suspension Components (except Spring) Manufacturing (33633), Motor Vehicle Steering and Suspension Components (except Spring) Manufacturing (336330)

akta.pro primary industry

Axle & Suspension Linkages (Control Arms/Tie Rods/Bushings/Ball Joints) (IMACAIAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Suspension Systems & Components (Springs/Shocks/Struts/Air Suspension) (IMACAIAA)

Keywords

• Lift kit manufacturing
• Truck suspension components
• Off-road suspension systems
• Lift spindle fabrication
• Performance shock absorbers

Headquarters

HQ city

Moreno Valley, California

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Suspension System Sales: CST generates revenue through direct sales of suspension kits, lift spindles, shocks, and accessories via their e-commerce website and through authorized dealer and installer networks. Products range from individual components to complete multi-stage suspension systems.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

CST Performance Suspension (California Supertrucks Inc) designs, manufactures, and sells high-end performance suspension systems for light trucks and SUVs. Its product line includes leveling kits, 2WD lift spindle kits, four-wheel drive lift kits, mid-travel upper control arm kits, proprietary DIRT Series and Pro Series aluminum-body shocks, co-branded FOX-Series and King-Series kits, and supporting accessories such as skid plates and steering components.

Product overview

CST Performance Suspension is a manufacturer of high-end suspension systems for light trucks and SUVs, operating as a single unified product line rather than a platform-plus-modules architecture. The core product family centers on leveling kits, 2WD lift spindle kits, and 4WD lift kits offered across multiple lift height configurations (1-3", 4-6", 6-8", 8-10"). The product portfolio includes proprietary shock lines (DIRT Series and Pro Series with aluminum body designs), co-branded offerings (FOX-Series and King-Series by CST), and the Adventure Series for overland applications. Supporting components include skid plates, upper control arms (UCA kits in Uni-Ball and Ball-Joint variants), steering upgrade parts, and replacement hardware. Products are engineered for specific vehicle makes/models including GM/Chevy, Ram, Ford, Toyota, and Nissan, with the company emphasizing American manufacturing and superior materials in all offerings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Leveling Kits Products that raise the front of a vehicle to level the stance with the rear, typically providing 1-3 inches of lift, available for GM/Chevy, Ram, Ford, Toyota, and Nissan applications.
• 2WD Lift Spindle Kits Fabricated or ductile cast-iron lift spindles for 2WD trucks and SUVs that increase vehicle height while maintaining factory ride quality; laser-cut steel construction with CNC machined ball joint tapers available in multiple lift heights.
• Four-Wheel Drive Lift Kits Complete suspension lift kits for 4WD vehicles featuring gusseted one-piece tubular sub-frames, fabricated spindles, and minimal CV angle change, offered in lift heights from 1-3 inches up to 10 inches.
• Mid-Travel UCA Kits Upper Control Arm kits available in Uni-Ball or Ball-Joint configurations that offer increased suspension travel and movement at the joint, featuring greaseable urethane bushings.
• DIRT Series Shocks Race-inspired rebuildable aluminum body shocks available in 2.0 emulsion, 2.0 reservoir, and 2.5 coilover configurations for various vehicle applications.
• Pro Series Shocks Performance shocks with CDA (Compression Dampening Adjusters) in 2.5 coilover and reservoir configurations featuring rebuildable aluminum body design.
• FOX-Series by CST CST suspension systems paired with FOX vehicle-specific shocks including 2.0, 2.5, and 3.0 coilovers, combining CST lift kit engineering with FOX shock technology.
• King-Series by CST CST suspension systems paired with King performance shocks offering premium damping for serious off-road applications on Tacoma and Tundra platforms.
• Adventure Series Leveling kits designed for adventure and overland use, pairing CST upper arms and components with coilovers to provide increased suspension travel and improved ground clearance.
• Skid Plates Aluminum skid plates for engine and transfer case protection, designed for use with specific CST lift kit applications.
• Steering Upgrade & Repair Parts Extreme Duty tie rods, steering stabilizers, sway bar links, centerlinks, and replacement bushings for various vehicle applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Lift spindles increase track width less than 1.5 inches total
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• FOXcoreTechnology or IntegrationFOX provides Vehicle Specific Shock applications combined with CST suspension systems. The partnership includes FOX 2.0, 2.5 & 3.0 coil-overs and shocks on several vehicles. CST offers complete suspension systems bundled with FOX products as FOX-Series by CST Suspension.
• FOXcoreTechnology or IntegrationExpanded FOX integration includes 2.0 Snap Ring/Budget Kits, 2.0 Leveling Kits, 0-3" Suspension Systems, 4-6" Suspension Systems, and 6-11" Suspension Systems with FOX shocks.
• Truck TrendminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTruck Trend magazine publishes feature vehicles and tech installation articles featuring CST suspension products, including coverage of a 2014 Chevy C1500 mid-travel build, 2015 GM 3500HD lift feature, and 2016 RAM 1500 installation.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Rough Country: Rough Country offers lift kits, leveling kits, shocks (Vertex/Premium N3), and suspension accessories for light trucks/SUVs with a strong value-to-mid-tier pricing overlap with CST's Stage 1-3 systems. Same channel mix of e-commerce, dealers, and installers.
• Pro Comp Suspension: Pro Comp offers lift kits, shocks (ES9000, MX6), and suspension accessories across light truck/SUV applications. Comparable in product breadth, target customer, and lift height tiers to CST's core lineup.
• Tuff Country: Tuff Country manufactures suspension lift kits, add-a-leafs, and shock absorbers for trucks and SUVs. Overlaps with CST's value-to-mid-range lift kits and uses a similar dealer/DTC distribution model.
• Icon Vehicle Dynamics: Icon designs and manufactures high-end performance suspension systems (lifts, coilovers, shocks, control arms) for trucks and SUVs. Direct competitor to CST's Stage 7-8 / FOX-Series premium tier in the off-road and overland segments.
• Skyjacker Suspensions: Skyjacker designs and sells suspension lift kits, shock absorbers (Hydro 7000/8000, Black Maxx), and level kits for light trucks/SUVs, with comparable dealer-plus-DTC distribution and similar enthusiast customer base.
• ReadyLIFT Suspension: ReadyLIFT specializes in leveling kits, lift kits, and SST lift spacers primarily for 2WD/4WD light trucks and SUVs — closely comparable to CST's leveling kit and entry-level spindle/stage offerings.
• BDS Suspension: BDS manufactures complete suspension lift kits, coilovers, control arms, and shocks for light trucks and SUVs (Chevy, GMC, Ford, Ram, Toyota, Jeep). Highly comparable to CST across product category, target customer (off-road enthusiasts), and direct-to-consumer plus dealer distribution model.
• Zone Offroad Products: Zone Offroad manufactures suspension lift kits, leveling kits, and accessories for trucks and SUVs with a strong value-tier overlap to CST's Stage 1-3 systems, distributed via dealers and direct e-commerce.
• Fabtech Motorsports: Fabtech produces lift kits, control arms, and shock systems for light trucks and SUVs, including 2WD spindle-style lifts and 4WD IFS kits — a near-direct catalog overlap with CST's core product family.

Broad incumbents

• Fox Factory (FOX Shocks): Fox Factory designs and manufactures high-end shock absorbers and coilovers across automotive, powersports, and bike segments. Both a strategic shock supplier to CST (FOX-Series by CST) and a broader-market incumbent that competes indirectly via Icon Vehicle Dynamics (which Fox Factory owns).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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