Shocks and Struts

Shocks and Struts are Vitally Important:

Shocks and struts play a crucial role in influencing the control and handling characteristics of your vehicle. They work together with the vehicle’s springs to dampen the bouncing motion caused by road conditions. The energy from this motion gets absorbed as a piston inside the shock pushes against hydraulic fluid, which restricts the rebounding movement of the springs.

You should replace your shock absorbers or struts every 50,000 – 80,000 miles or immediately if you notice a fluid leak. Driving with old or faulty shocks can lead to premature and uneven tire wear, as well as increased wear on other suspension components. This can reduce the vehicle’s handling ability and may cause instability, potentially leading to an accident. Regularly replacing these components and addressing any leaks promptly will help prevent premature tire wear and reduce strain on other vehicle systems.

Vehicle Safety and How it Relates to Shocks and Struts:

From a safety standpoint, since Shocks and struts control vehicle handling, your ride quality will be greatly affected. This could result in an uncomfortable ride and could possibly cause an accident, endangering your life and those of others. Because shocks and struts also affect your vehicle’s fuel efficiency, driving with adequate shocks will reduce your impact on the environment.