Follow the Bouncing Vehicle (Bad Struts and Shocks)
April 14, 2024
If you hit a bump in the road and your vehicle just keeps bouncing up and down for a lot longer time than it used to, you may have bad struts and shocks. They're the things that help to keep your vehicle's wheels and tires planted to the road surface. But they don't last forever. With care and ... More
Don't Be Shocked (Shock Absorbers)
April 17, 2022
If you've ever ridden down a rough road on your bicycle, you know how hard a ride it can be. Yet drive down the same road in your car, truck or SUV and it miraculously will smooth out the ride. That's because it is equipped with shock absorbers. They are built to dampen impacts from road irreg... More
Suspension Service at Kwik Kar Saginaw in Saginaw
October 21, 2018
During an inspection at Kwik Kar Saginaw in Saginaw, your friendly and knowledgeable automotive service technician will check for worn, broken or missing parts. Here's a quick rundown of suspension system components: There are the springs which hold the weight of your vehicle. There are several ... More
Check Your Shocks and Struts at Kwik Kar Saginaw
September 16, 2018
Today we're talking to Saginaw drivers about shocks and struts. They're so easy for TX folks to forget about because they last so long and wear out so slowly. But your shocks are really responsible for keeping your tires on the road so they're very important.Without shocks, your wheels would b... More
Bouncy Bouncy ? Are My Shocks Bad?
July 24, 2018
When Saginaw drivers think about preventive maintenance, what usually comes to mind is oil, fluids and brakes. We don't generally think about our shocks or struts, but these auto parts keep our tires on the road.Saginaw drivers don't think about shocks as often as oil changes because shocks and ... More
Upgrade Shocks for Better Handling in Saginaw
May 2, 2017
Many Saginaw drivers probably don't think of their shock absorbers as an important safety system; but that's just what shocks and struts are. They're all about ride control keeping your vehicle tires in contact with the road and managing body motion.Every time you hit a bump or pothole on a Sag... More