We’re in the season of road repair, that time when the bumps, holes and cracks in the roads around Hatfield are being fixed. Of course, potholes aren’t just annoying, they can do a real number on your car. If the road crews haven’t quite reached those on your daily drive around town, Peruzzi Toyota has these suggestions for dealing with pesky potholes.
First, let’s talk about what hitting a pothole can do to your car. Depending on the size of the hole and the speed at which you hit it, you can really mess up the underside of the vehicle. Things like struts, suspension and alignment will be damaged. You’ll know your alignment has been affected if your steering wheel “pulls” to one side. Don’t waste time: make an appointment with the Peruzzi Toyota service experts to get things set right again. Putting it off will make repairs even more expensive.
Your tires as well will be impacted by hitting a pothole hard. One obvious sign of damage is a “bulge” which indicates that a breakage has occurred inside the sidewall. That’s going to require a replacement.
While potholes are an annoying fact of life, there are a few things you can do to mitigate any potential problems.
Start by making sure you keep full air pressure in each tire. This gives you a nice cushion between the rim and the pothole. If you’re not sure what the correct pressure is, you’ll find it in your Toyota owner’s manual.
While on the road, keep your eyes peeled. If you see a pothole, slow down; hitting one at high speed will damage your wheels, tires, shocks, struts, springs, you name it. However, try not to brake when directly over a pothole; that shifts the car’s weight and can increase the damage.
If you’re driving over a road where potholes are plentiful, grip the steering wheel firmly and keep it as steady as possible to avoid losing control. Also, watch out for water: it may be concealing a nasty surprise beneath.
Remember that whenever you hit an unexpected bump in the road, Peruzzi Toyota in Hatfield is here to smooth things over and restore your vehicle’s performance!
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