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... by Nick Stoffel | Apr 29, 2016 | auto repair, car care tips, general car maintenance, potholes, Uncategorized
Having your vehicle inspected is important. We can check the parts and components of the vehicle to ensure they are in the best condition. When you drive in the summer, heat expands the air in the tires and makes your cooling system work harder. The harsh sun... by Nick Stoffel | Apr 8, 2016 | car care tips, potholes, safe driving, tire repair, Uncategorized
The weather is the most significant contributor to the severity of the pothole, as water drips through cracks in the roadway. During the colder winter months, that water freezes, expands, and pushes upward. As the water expands, the pavement above the water...