Shocks are the important part that keeps your tyres in contact with the road when braking and cornering.
Faulty shocks or worn suspension dramatically reduces the performance of your tyres and brakes.
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Shock Absorber Facts
- A vehicle with worn shocks can take up to 20% more in distance to stop in an emergency - the difference between stopping safely, or having an accident.
- Worn shocks will reduce the vehicles ability to corner safely at speed.
- Faulty shocks put extra stress and load on other suspension parts causing premature failure - this can also apply to brakes.
- Poor handling through worn shocks and suspension makes the ride in your vehicle uncomfortable and puts yourself and your family at risk.
Signs of Dangerous Shocks & Suspension
- Steering wheel vibrates while driving
- Uneven and premature tyre wear
- Oil leaks for shocks
- Knocking noises from suspension while driving over bumps
- Vehicle dips or sways badly under braking and cornering
- Vehicle rocks and rolls over bumps
- Vehicle nervous, slides during cornering
Suspension questions, answered
Common questions about shock absorbers and suspension at our Frankton, Hamilton workshop.
What are the signs of worn shocks or suspension?
- The steering wheel vibrates while driving.
- Tyres wear unevenly or too quickly.
- Oil is leaking from the shocks.
- You hear knocking from the suspension over bumps.
- The car dips or sways badly when braking or cornering.
- The car rocks and rolls over bumps, or feels nervous and slides in corners.
Why do shock absorbers matter for safety?
Shocks keep your tyres in contact with the road when you brake and corner. A vehicle with worn shocks can take up to 20% further to stop in an emergency. Worn shocks also reduce how safely the car corners and put extra load on other suspension parts and the brakes.
Does a WOF check my suspension?
Yes. A WOF checks steering and suspension, and an oil-leaking shock can be a WOF fail. We also check your suspension at every service, so problems are picked up early.
Should shocks be replaced in pairs?
Yes. Shocks are normally replaced in pairs on the same axle, front or rear, so the car stays balanced when braking and cornering.
Can worn suspension damage my tyres?
Yes. Worn shocks and suspension parts let the tyres bounce and scrub, which causes uneven and early tyre wear. Fixing the suspension protects your tyres and brakes.
Where are you and how do I book?
We are at 6 Empire Street, Frankton, Hamilton, open Monday to Friday, 8am to 5.15pm. Book online using the form on our home page or call 07 848 1010.