Beware the Pothole!

We are about to head into pothole season in Chicago.  You know it well as the coming inclement weather starts to render its wear and tear on the busy byways of the city and the suburbs.  Not only to you risk vehicle damage if you hit one, there is a fair chance that you may have a collision trying to avoid a pothole.  Remember to drive defensively and beware of what’s ahead.

• Leave enough distance between you and the vehicle in front of you – you will be able to see the oncoming pothole before striking it.

• Always beware of other traffic or pedestrians on the roads before swerving to avoid a pothole.

• Lower your speed on pothole filled roads. More damage can be incurred to a vehicle striking potholes at higher speeds, and effect the handling of your vehicle.

• This is a tough one, but VERY important – DON’T apply the brakes when driving over a pothole. This tilts the vehicle forward and places the amount of stress on the front suspension, which is the first part of the vehicle to strike the pothole.

Sometimes body damage to your car is unavoidable.  Whatever the case may be Arrow Body and Fender Service is standing by to bring your vehicle back and better than ever.  We have been in Elmwood Park serving Chicagoland since 1948.  Your grandfather trusted us and you can too.  Call Arrow Body and Fender at (708) 456-9424.