Is your suspension telling you something?
Knocking or clunking noises
Over bumps, speed breakers and potholes.
Steering vibration
Shake through the steering wheel.
Uneven tyre wear
One edge of the tyre wearing faster.
Vehicle pulling to one side
The car won't hold a straight line.
Excessive bouncing
The car keeps moving after a bump.
Poor ride comfort
You feel every road imperfection.
What usually causes the clunk
| Part | What it does |
|---|---|
| Shocks & struts | Control bouncing and keep tyres on the road |
| Ball joints | Let the wheels steer and move up and down |
| Control arms & bushings | Hold the wheels in place and absorb vibration |
| Stabilizer links & sway bar | Reduce body roll in corners |
| Tie rod ends & rack ends | Connect the steering to the wheels |
| Wheel hubs & bearings | Let the wheels spin smoothly |
Why you shouldn't ignore it
- Worn parts get worse and can damage the parts around them
- Steering and handling become less precise
- Tyres wear faster and unevenly
- Small noises are cheaper to fix than major repairs
How we fix it
From minor noises to major repairs:
- Suspension diagnosisWe find which part is worn before replacing anything.
- Repair or replacementShocks, ball joints, control arms, bushings, tie rod ends, rack ends.
- Genuine & OEM-compatible partsWith accurate cross matching for your car.
- Alignment checkAfter steering or suspension work, for even tyre wear.
Questions, answered
Why does my car make a clunking noise over speed breakers?
Most often a worn suspension part: shock absorbers, ball joints, control arm bushings, stabilizer links or tie rod ends.
Can I keep driving with a clunking noise?
Short distances, carefully — but get it checked soon. Worn suspension parts affect steering and braking and tend to get worse.
How do you find which part is making the noise?
Our suspension specialists inspect each component on the lift, check for play and wear, and road-test the car if needed.