The invention is a suspension
system, typically for use between a cab and a
truck frame, includes a strut module having a strut and an
air spring, and a control module, connected to a source of pressurized air, for sensing a distance between the cab and
truck frame and selectively pressurizing the
air spring in response to changes in that distance. Preferably, the strut is a McPherson-type strut and the
air spring encloses at least a portion of the strut to provide a compact
assembly and includes a three point connection to the cab and frame to
resist relative
lateral movement between the cab and frame. The strut also preferably is a magnetorheological-type
damper so that the control module can adjust the damping characteristics of the strut to optimize rider comfort.