The main purpose of your vehicle’s suspension is not only for smoothing out the ride to provide comfort but to also ensure your safety and keep the car in control.

Any suspension system is designed to make the most of the tires and it determines how a car performs in terms of its handling and road grip.

Your car's suspension system is made up of several components, which include:

· The chassis, which holds the cab of the car and bears all the stresses on the vehicle in both static and dynamic conditions

· The compression springs support the vehicle weight and absorb and reduce excess energy from road shocks

· Shock absorbers limit overall vehicle body movement, or sway as a vehicle is driven

· Struts perform a similar job to shock absorbers however its velocity is sensitive in that it is valved so that the amount of resistance can increase or decrease, depending on how fast the suspension moves, consequently, provides structural support for the car’s suspension and affects ridding comfort and handling

· The anti-sway bar is designed to adequately shift the movement of the wheels and steady the car

All these suspension parts must work together like a horse and carriage because any wear and tear of the suspension system components will greatly reduce the stability of the vehicle and lessen the driver’s control over it.

When was the last time you took your car to a local auto body shop in Houston to have your suspensions checked?

To ensure a comfortable ride and keep the wheels on the ground and provide traction as you drive your car over bumpy roads, the suspension system must be finely tuned and in tip-top shape.

Which is why it is recommended to schedule regular inspections of your suspension systems with an auto body shop at least every 50,000 miles as part of your annual service or any time your car is in for routine service.

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Repairing or replacing inadequate shocks and struts will help maintain good ride control as they mainly control spring and suspension movement, provide steady handling and braking, keep the tires firmly grounded, maintain a dynamic wheel alignment, control the car’s sway, and promote an even balanced tire and brake wear.

Faulty or worn out shocks, struts, springs, tie rods, etc can wreak havoc on your vehicle an can create a major effect on the health of your car’s performance.

It’s time to take your vehicle to Uptown Automotive if it’s presenting with the following issues:

· A bumpy or rough ride, regardless of the age of the car is a clear indicator that your shocks and strut need immediate attention

· When your car pulls on one side (left or right) can indicate a suspension issue among other things like uneven tire pressure, poor alignment, bad tire rods or steering rack, sticking brake caliper. Either way, don’t ignore the issue and take your vehicle to a suspension specialists.

· One corner of your car sits low even when on level ground you may have a compromised suspension spring

· Any momentum causes your car to nosedive, roll either lean forward too much, lean side to side or squats

· You find it difficult to steer particularly when moving slowly

Your car’s suspension system is critical to your safety. Be a prudent road user and take your vehicle to a local auto body shop in Houston. It may cost you on average $150 or more depending on the damage, but you will have these safety inspections and repairs carried out by a certified technician.

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