If your vehicle’s shocks and struts are not in good working order, it can significantly impact how it performs.
When you think about your car’s performance, you likely focus on things like the engine, brakes, or tires. However, shocks and struts are equally as important when it comes to keeping your car safe, comfortable, and under control.
Shocks and struts are essential components of your vehicle’s suspension system. Their primary function is to control the movement of your springs while keeping your tires securely in contact with the road. Shocks primarily absorb bumps and vibrations, while struts combine a shock absorber and other suspension components into a single unit. Together, they provide a smoother ride and improved handling, particularly while turning or braking.
Our team at Lindsay Tire Automotive & Accessories can assist you with your vehicle’s shocks and struts to make sure they are in good condition. If not, we can replace them for you. We also take the time to answer any questions you have to make sure you have the details you need to make an informed decision. Wondering what signs indicate your shocks and struts might not be working as they should? Here are several:
- Excessive bouncing after hitting a bump or pothole
- Uneven tire wear may indicate inadequate road contact
- Nose-diving when braking and swaying during turning
- Fluid is leaking from the shock or strut body
- An overall sensation that your vehicle is “floating” or unstable at greater speeds
Driving with old shocks or struts is not only uncomfortable—it is dangerous. Poor suspension can impair braking performance, increase stopping distances, and make your vehicle more difficult to manage. Over time, it can also cause premature tire wear and increased load on other suspension components.
If you are in the Advance, North Carolina area and notice any of the signs above or you’re simply curious about the condition of your vehicle’s shocks and struts, call us today to schedule an appointment.
At Lindsay Tire Automotive & Accessories, we service shocks and struts for those from Clemmons, Advance, Lewisville, East Bend, Yadkinville, Lexington, Winston-Salem, and Mocksville, North Carolina.
