Lean Times (Shocks and Springs)
July 17, 2022
You may have noticed your vehicle going through lean times. By that, we mean it's literally leaning to one side. When you notice that, you should get it checked out at your service facility soon because you could have a serious problem. Many things can cause a vehicle to lean. You may have pro... More
Follow the Bouncing Vehicle (Bad Struts and Shocks)
December 6, 2020
If you hit a bump in the road and your vehicle just keeps bouncing up and down for a lot longer time than it used to, you may have bad struts and shocks. They're the things that help to keep your vehicle's wheels and tires planted to the road surface. But they don't last forever. With care and ... More
Don't Be Shocked (Shock Absorbers)
September 6, 2020
If you've ever ridden down a rough road on your bicycle, you know how hard a ride it can be. Yet drive down the same road in your car, truck or SUV and it miraculously will smooth out the ride. That's because it is equipped with shock absorbers. They are built to dampen impacts from road irreg... More
Upgrade Shocks for Better Handling in Jackson
April 26, 2020
Many Jackson drivers probably don't think of their shock absorbers as an important safety system; but that's just what shocks and struts are. They're all about ride control keeping your vehicle tires in contact with the road and managing body motion.Every time you hit a bump or pothole on a Jac... More
Bouncy Bouncy ? Are My Shocks Bad?
November 4, 2018
When Jackson drivers think about preventive maintenance, what usually comes to mind is oil, fluids and brakes. We don't generally think about our shocks or struts, but these auto parts keep our tires on the road.Jackson drivers don't think about shocks as often as oil changes because shocks and ... More
Check Your Shocks and Struts at Charlie's Fast Lube Jackson
September 2, 2018
Today we're talking to Jackson drivers about shocks and struts. They're so easy for Missouri folks to forget about because they last so long and wear out so slowly. But your shocks are really responsible for keeping your tires on the road so they're very important.Without shocks, your wheels w... More