Suspension

4 Bump Stop Solutions for WOF Success in Hamilton

4 Bump Stop Solutions for WOF Success in Hamilton

Most Kiwi drivers have heard about the good ol’ Warrant of Fitness (WOF) — but I get it, you want the quick and honest take on what actually gets cars through. One thing heaps of folks from Hamilton to places like Ngaruawahia, Cambridge or even out Huntly way often...
3 Inner Tie Rod Repairs for WOF in Hamilton

3 Inner Tie Rod Repairs for WOF in Hamilton

If you’ve ever driven down Te Rapa Road and hit one of those hidden potholes, you’ll know your steering can cop a real beating around Hamilton. We see all sorts in the workshop – Mazda Demios from Matangi, older Volvo XC60s up from Cambridge, hybrids like Prius C...
Rusty Suspension Hamilton

Rusty Suspension Hamilton

You probably don’t think much about your car’s suspension—right up until it starts clunking over big potholes on Te Rapa Road or leaves you bouncing down the back streets in Flagstaff. But honestly, suspension does a heap more than most drivers reckon. You could be in...
Strut Mount Replacement Hamilton

Strut Mount Replacement Hamilton

What do strut mounts do? In a vehicle, a strut is a shock absorber that contains both a coil spring and a top mount, known as the strut mount. The strut mount is the component that connects the strut to the vehicle’s body. A lot of the time, you can find the...
WoF Steering & Suspension Repairs in Hamilton

WoF Steering & Suspension Repairs in Hamilton

Why is suspension important to your vehicle’s safety? Your car’s suspension system is responsible for providing you with a smooth and stable driving experience. Technically, the suspension system’s job is to maximise friction between your car’s...
When to Replace your Car’s Suspension Bushes

When to Replace your Car’s Suspension Bushes

What do suspension bushes actually do? Alright, so you’re probably wondering what those suspension bushings (or bushes, as we usually call them) actually do. In simple terms, these are rubber bits that sit between all the solid metal parts of your car’s suspension –...