Posted on 4/30/2026
We’ve all been there. You’re cruising along, humming to the radio, and suddenly BAM. Your coffee splashes out of the cup holder, your teeth rattle, and for a split second, you’re pretty sure your front axle just stayed behind on the pavement. Pothole season is a real thing here at the shop. As the weather fluctuates and the asphalt expands and contracts, the roads start looking more like the surface of the moon than a city street. While it might seem like a silly question, should you dodge them? The answer actually involves a bit of strategy. Swerving wildly to miss a hole can be just as dangerous as hitting one, but ignoring them altogether is a fast track to an expensive appointment with our alignment rack. What Happens? When your tire hits a deep pothole, it isn’t just a loud noise. It’s a violent physical event. Your car’s suspension is designed to absorb bumps, but a crater in the road is an "extreme impact" that pu ... read more