What should you do if your car starts to vibrate and shake when you drive it? First of all, don’t panic! This is a pretty common issue with older cars. The bad news is that there are a lot of different problems that can make your car shake, but the good news is that lots of them are very easy to fix! No matter the issue, Continental Mitsubishi’s service department can handle it. The uncertainty is the hard part — that feeling when you’ve brought your car in for repairs, and you’re anxiously waiting to find out exactly what’s wrong and how long it’s going to take to get you back on the road. So, to help ease some of that uncertainty, here’s some of the most common reasons your car might be shaking.
Why Does My Car Shake at High Speeds?
Issues with your car’s tires are some of the most common causes. If your tires aren’t balanced right, they won’t run even and straight on the road. Uneven tire wear could also be the culprit. In both cases, getting your tires rotated should fix the problem. Bad wheel alignment is usually the reason the tires got unevenly worn in the first place, so you’ll also want to have the alignment checked. At worst, you could have a damaged or loose tire that needs to be replaced.
Read More: How do you know whether your car needs new tires?
If you’ve gotten in a minor accident recently, even hit a pothole or a low curb, you could have a bent axle causing the problem. Even a slightly bent axle can be enough to cause a pretty pronounced shaking at higher speeds.
If your car’s having this issue, we hope this explanation helps to ease your mind. Even more helpful: service coupons!
