@carowl_uk: Be honest… do you slam the brakes right as you hit a speed bump? 👀 Most of us do it without thinking. It feels like the safe thing to do, but it's one of the worst things you can do to your suspension. Here's why: when you brake, the front of your car dips forward and the front springs get squashed down. If you hit the bump while that's happening, your suspension has nothing left to absorb it with. The full jolt goes straight through your shocks, springs and bushes, and it can knock your tracking out too. Do that over every speed bump, every day, and it adds up fast: ⚠️ Clunks and knocks over bumps ⚠️ A bouncy, floaty ride ⚠️ Leaking shock absorbers ⚠️ Uneven tyre wear from bad tracking New front shocks can easily cost £300+ fitted 💸 ✅ The pro method: 1️⃣ Slow down BEFORE the bump, not on it 2️⃣ Come off the brake just as your front wheels reach it 3️⃣ Let the car roll over at a steady, slow speed 4️⃣ The suspension stays free to soak up the bump, so it's smoother for you and easier on your car Brake before, not on 🙌 Tag the person who ALWAYS brakes on speed bumps 👇 Follow Car Owl for more money-saving car tips 🦉 #carowl #cartips #speedbumps #suspension #drivingtips

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