You might have somewhat of an idea of what the suspension in a car does, and you might even know a few of the warning signs that your car needs some care when it comes to the suspension. What you might not be as aware of is exactly how the suspension works. Understanding the basics of the suspension system is pretty straightforward, and we at Marmie Ford in Great Bend, KS are glad to tell you more about it.
The most basic purpose of the suspension is to create friction between the tires and the road so that handling the vehicle is more manageable. Roads aren't perfectly flat, and when you hit a bump in the road, the one wheel will accelerate upward. Without suspension, the wheels would lose contact with the road momentarily, making it more difficult to control the car.
If you want to learn more about your car's suspension, or if you think that yours needs some work, come to our dealership.