Posted on 12/13/2020
Driving with worn shock absorbers and struts makes your drive uncomfortable and dangerous. Besides, it increases the car's stopping distance, especially on slippery grounds. While other vehicle repairs can wait, failing shocks and struts should be treated as matters of urgency. But how do you know that your shock absorbers and struts are giving in and need some help? The Car Is Unstable on Highway Speeds If your car constantly veers and slides on the highway, you might be dealing with a shock absorber problem. Worn out shocks can make your vehicle overly unstable and hard to control even when driving in mild, windy conditions. The Vehicle Tire Bounces Excessively Failing shock absorbers translate to very bumpy and uncomfortable rides. Your tires tend to bounce, shake and rock a little too hard even over small bumps or potholes. The shock absorbers and struts help regulate the impacts and movement of the car's springs and suspensions. As suc ... read more