by Nick Stoffel | Mar 13, 2023 | Maintenance, Pothole damage, potholes, Road trip
Hitting a pothole can cause havoc on your vehicle. Additionally, hitting a pothole can cause the vehicle’s wheels to become misaligned, which can affect the vehicle’s handling and stability. This can be especially dangerous if the vehicle is traveling at... by Nick Stoffel | Mar 31, 2021 | Pothole damage, potholes, safe driving, tire repair
Potholes are present in almost every road and street no matter how well maintained they are. Spring and winter seasons, in particular are known for causing potholes. One would think that avoiding these hindrances on the road would be quite straightforward but it... by Nick Stoffel | Mar 12, 2020 | Car care, Noticing, Pothole damage, potholes
By noticing and paying attention to the road when you drive, you will be aware of any potholes. If there are any, you will want to avoid them as much as possible. Always be aware of other traffic and drivers on the road. You will not want to swerve into their lane and... by Nick Stoffel | Mar 30, 2018 | general car maintenance, handling, potholes, Suspension
The suspension is needed for your vehicle to help keep it comfortable when you are driving. The easiest way to notice an issue is feeling a lot of bumping when going over rough roads. This will end up making it uncomfortable for you and your passengers. This... by Nick Stoffel | Mar 8, 2018 | car care tips, Inspecting the tires, Pothole damage, potholes
As the snow melts, be aware of potholes. Hitting potholes can cause suspension damage like a broken ball joint or blown strut. It can also cause the suspension to have issues as you drive. Sometimes you will hit a pothole hard enough you will need an alignment. An... by Nick Stoffel | May 15, 2017 | auto repair, potholes, safe driving, tire repair
Potholes can be a hazard to the vehicle. While the tires and wheels are easy to visually inspect, there could also be damage to other areas of your vehicle. The suspension, steering, and alignment systems can all become damaged as well. It is important to...