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| Potholes can be your tires worst enemy |
BRIGHTON, Mich., Feb. 14, 2012 – While on our daily commute,
most of us encounter at least one nasty pothole, especially those who have to
drive down Chilson and Brighton Lake Road. Aside from the initial jolt from
hitting a pothole or the rumbling of driving over a “washboard” patch, the
damage to your vehicle can really add up if you don’t properly maintain it. Potholes
can even be deadly for motorcyclist and drivers traveling at excessive speeds.
At Brighton Ford, we want to give you some advice for handling
potholes and what you can do for you vehicle after hitting them to keep your
vehicle in safe driving conditions.
The first question we often hear is “What is the best way to
deal with a pothole?” The answer is to avoid it completely. If you know there’s
a big pothole on your daily commute, try finding an alternative route. We know
that is easier said than done, but it is the only way to guarantee your vehicle
be free of damage. If you have to drive over a pothole, the best way to go
about it is to accelerate over it so the weight of the car is shifted to the
rear. By hitting the breaks the entire weight of the car is shifted to the
front and can result in more damage. Don’t get us wrong… We aren’t condoning
speeding, but physics play a major role in your vehicle condition. By
accelerating instead of breaking, you greatly reduce the chance of the damage
being catastrophic.
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| Ok, they might not be this bad but there are still some nasty potholes around Livingston County |
Another safety tip to keep your vehicle in shape on rough
roads is to be aware of pooled water on the road. Not only can pooled water
cause a potential hydroplaning situation, but they also can conceal large and
dangerous potholes.
Hitting potholes can potentially pop one of your tires and can
also affect your vehicles alignment over time. Each time you run over a pothole
in your vehicle, the wheels become less aligned. This can cause uneven wear on
your tires and cost you extra money in tire replacements and repairs. If you
find yourself running over potholes frequently, bring it in the Brighton Ford Quick Lane Service
Center for a free vehicle inspection by one of our ASE certified
technicians. They will check your alignment and check your tires for signs of
damage and premature wear.
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| The Quick Lane Service Center at Brighton Ford is your one stop for all of your tire and alignment service needs |
Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of
I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives on
customer satisfaction. For more information on Brighton Ford, visit www.BrightonFord.com or give us a call at
(800)-836-8206.
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