Your car’s Suspension, Shock Absorbers and Steering systems are essential for smooth handling.

Your car’s suspension system provides stability, handling, and safety; a slack suspension may result in increased damage to the undercarriage of your vehicle and create a higher risk of rolling should you go around a corner too fast. When suspensions are not adjusted correctly they can also lead to premature tyre wear, decreased fuel economy, excessive tyre wear and more than likely drivers fatigue as they need to wrestle with their cars rather than drive them.

Cars rely heavily on their steering systems, a complex network of moving parts working together to allow for precise wheel movements and optimal vehicle control.

To minimise the impact of bumps and potholes on the vehicle, both shock absorbers and struts collaborate with the car's suspension system. The cycle of compression and extension helps to provide a comfortable ride as these parts are velocity-sensitive; the faster the car is travelling, the more they will react to create a smooth experience.

A regular inspection and service will ensure the comfort and safety of your passengers. The overall suspension and steering systems will be checked, the shock absorbers will be examined and replaced if required and a wheel alignment will be performed. All these activities will protect the longevity of your tyres and the overall efficiency of your car.

If driving your car isn’t a pleasure anymore, get it into Petrie Mechanical Repairs today for a steering and suspension service.